President Ruto supports Sakaja's move to weed clubs out of Nairobi residential areas

President William Ruto has assured Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja of his support in getting rid of night clubs operating in residential areas following public uproar over noise pollution.

Governor Sakaja last week cancelled licenses for all night clubs operating in residential areas in the capital, saying his administration will henceforth not issue or renew licenses for night clubs in the areas.

On Monday, the Head of State backed the governor's move and pledged that his government will support the operation.

"I want to tell my young brother Sakaja of Nairobi, please keep the noise away from our children. You have our support," President Ruto said during an opening ceremony for a Twiga Foods distribution facility at Tatu City in Ruiru, Kiambu County.

"I have discussed this with you before and you have my support in ensuring that we reorganise this city, make it work for all the residents and ensure the standards of Nairobi are that of the capital city of Kenya," he added.

Per Sakaja's Friday directive, nightclubs that already exist in the residential areas will now function only as bars and restaurants, operating only within specific times.

“Henceforth night club licenses will be issued to premises only within the Central Business District and specified streets in other non-residential areas,” read the statement signed by Nairobi County Secretary Dr. Jairus Musumba.

“Bars and restaurants in residential areas must operate within the specified time and control noise emanating from their premises. Specifically, playing of music must stop by 10 pm.”