‘Amekula Kiburi Yake’ Kibra MP’s Driver Fined Ksh 100k or 12 Months in Jail After larry Madowo Incident

George Oduor, the driver of Kibra Member of Parliament, has been fined Ksh 100,000 or face 12 months in jail after pleading guilty to reckless driving charges at the Milimani Law Courts.

Oduor’s case drew public attention following the circulation of a viral video shared by journalist Larry Madowo, showing a government vehicle flouting traffic rules along a Nairobi road — a clip that sparked outrage online and prompted swift action from law enforcement authorities.

Appearing before Senior Principal Magistrate Rose Ndombi, Oduor admitted to violating traffic laws while ferrying the legislator to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). The court heard that the driver dangerously maneuvered through traffic, disregarding other motorists and endangering public safety.

In his defense, Oduor pleaded for leniency, explaining that he was under pressure to get the MP to the airport on time. “I was rushing Mheshimiwa to the airport,” he said, adding that it was his first offence and expressing deep remorse for his actions.

While acknowledging his clean record and apology, Magistrate Ndombi underscored the importance of discipline on the roads — especially among drivers assigned to high-profile individuals.

“You may have been under pressure, but the law does not exempt anyone,” she ruled. “Your actions endangered other road users. Let this be a lesson to you and others in similar positions.”

The court’s decision comes amid growing public concern over traffic indiscipline among VIP convoys and official drivers, with many Kenyans calling for stricter enforcement of road safety laws regardless of status or position.

Oduor’s sentencing serves as a reminder that no one is above the law, and that every driver — whether private or official — must uphold road safety and accountability at all times.