Francis Mureithi, a prominent figure in the Embakasi East constituency, has taken legal action against Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja’s Administration regarding the recent gas explosion incident in the Mradi area. In a petition submitted to the Milimani High Court, Mureithi seeks compensation for the numerous individuals affected by the tragic accident and demands accountability from various governmental bodies involved in overseeing safety regulations.
The lawsuit targets Nairobi City County, the Attorney General, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority, and the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum, aiming to secure alternative land, shelter, or accommodation of acceptable standards for the impacted residents of the Mradi area until they can resume their normal lives. Mureithi emphasizes the need for general damages to be paid to families who suffered loss or injury due to the LPG blast and for the responsible authorities to be held liable for their alleged negligence in permitting the operation of the facility in question.
By highlighting the failure of regulatory bodies like the Nairobi Environment Management Authority and the Nairobi City County to uphold their duty of care, Mureithi underscores the catastrophic consequences of the gas explosion and the ongoing suffering experienced by the affected community. Through his legal endeavor, Mureithi aims to bring to light the alleged lapses in oversight that contributed to the tragic events of February 1, 2024, and advocate for justice on behalf of those impacted by the incident.
In his court documents, Mureithi sheds light on the lease agreement involving Maxxis Nairobi Energy, the business entity responsible for the Mini LPG Storage and Filling Plant where the explosion occurred. By delving into the specifics of the business registration and operational details, Mureithi underscores the importance of holding accountable all parties involved in the management and regulation of such facilities to prevent similar disasters in the future.
