City Hall pulls down 20 illegal billboards in citywide crackdown
The county says the operation is part of a broader plan to restore order in public spaces and enforce compliance among advertising firms.
At least 20 illegal billboards have been pulled down across Nairobi as City Hall launches a major crackdown targeting unlicensed outdoor advertising structures.
The county says the operation is part of a broader plan to restore order in public spaces and enforce compliance among advertising firms.
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Chief Officer for Urban Development and Planning, Patrick Analo Akivaga, confirmed that the exercise has already removed 20 illegal billboards, with a total of 100 structures across the city set to be targeted.
“We have so far removed 20 illegal billboards, and our target is about 100 across the city. Companies found erecting or maintaining illegal structures will face a fine of up to Sh2 million,” Analo said.
He added that certain areas, including James Gichuru, Mombasa Road, Lang’ata Road, and several roundabouts, have become hotspots for unapproved installations. This is even as the county is owed over Sh500 million by various advertising companies.
The crackdown has already affected several advertising companies, particularly those operating structures that are unpaid for or lack proper licensing. County officials insist this action should serve as a warning to all players in the sector.
“This operation is a clear signal that compliance is not optional. Any company that has not met the legal requirements should act immediately or face similar consequences,” Analo warned.
The operation, led by the Urban Development and Planning Department, saw additional structures removed along Lang’ata Road, Mombasa Road and the Nyayo Stadium Roundabout, marking a decisive step in City Hall’s enforcement campaign.
“This is part of Governor Johnson Sakaja’s commitment to deliver a city of order for all Nairobians,” Analo said.
The county has pledged to continue the crackdown until all illegal outdoor advertising structures are removed and full compliance is achieved.
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