The Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan has intensified pressure on the government to accelerate rescue operations following the Eastleigh building collapse. Hassan warned that time is running out for survivors trapped beneath the rubble, urging authorities to deploy more rescue equipment and personnel.
Hassan accused Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja of failing to act decisively, citing corruption and inadequate oversight in the county’s planning department as contributing factors to the disaster. Speaking on October 27, 2026, he emphasized that the county’s planning systems had created unsafe conditions, leading to the collapse.
This incident follows growing concerns about building safety in Eastleigh, a rapidly developing area of Nairobi. Local officials have faced criticism for inconsistent enforcement of construction regulations, raising questions about accountability. The collapse has disrupted local infrastructure, blocking key roads and complicating emergency access.
The situation highlights ongoing challenges in urban governance and disaster response. While rescue teams continue their efforts, the incident underscores the need for stricter regulatory oversight and improved coordination between local and national authorities.
