Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja instructed county enforcement officers to stop unnecessary night raids on entertainment establishments, warning against harassment, intimidation and extortion of business owners.

The county has published a list of authorised inspection officers for all 17 sub‑counties, requiring officers to carry official identification badges and to present them before any inspection.

Sakaja also directed that raids targeting DJs, sound equipment or patrons be halted, stating that noise or public nuisance complaints must be supported by evidence and addressed to the establishment owner, not indiscriminately to staff or customers.

A 14‑day consultation period has been opened for industry stakeholders to discuss concerns over entertainment and event taxes introduced under the Nairobi City County Finance Act, 2026.

The governor urged liquor business operators to use the county’s LiquorPay platform for licensing transparency and to comply with environmental measures such as the 10‑metre cleaning initiative.

Residents and business owners have been asked to verify the identity of any inspection officer and report individuals who cannot produce an official badge, as the county will not tolerate misconduct by its staff or impostors.