Ndegwa Njiru claims Thika Road demolitions are ethnically profiled
By Ndiritu Wanjiru, March 6, 2026Recent demolition operations along Nairobi’s busy Thika Superhighway have sparked outrage and heated debate, with political strategist and advocate Ndegwa Njiru describing the demolitions as ethnic profiling and a well-calculated, systematic, and well-coordinated ethnic economic sabotage.
Taking it to his social media handles on Friday, March 6, 2026, Njiru has questioned why Thika Road traders are being targeted when other bustling areas like Kibera, Eastleigh, and Lang’ata remain untouched, suggesting that the operations may be driven by discriminatory motives rather than policy enforcement.
“What we are witnessing in Nairobi is ethnic profiling. This is a well-calculated, systematic, and well-coordinated ethnic economic sabotage. We have never seen demolitions in Kibera, Eastleigh, or even Langata. Why Thika Road? ” Njiru stated.
The demolitions have ignited broader conversations about governance, urban planning, and equitable development in Nairobi. While authorities stress the need to reclaim public land for infrastructure projects, affected communities feel unfairly targeted, and allegations of discrimination continue to intensify. Ndegwa has framed the demolitions as targeted at the local community operating and doing business along the busy highway connecting to the capital city.
KeNHA demolitions
The Thika Road demolitions now stand at the intersection of policy enforcement and social justice, highlighting the delicate balance between urban development and the protection of livelihoods.
Over the past few weeks, the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has carried out enforcement operations along the Thika Superhighway to reclaim land reserved for public use.
Earlier, similar demolitions took place in Githurai, where traders protested against sudden losses, blocking sections of the highway.
KeNHA had previously issued warnings and vacation orders for other sections of the highway, including Delview, Kihunguro, Allsops, and Drive-In areas, as part of efforts to improve traffic flow, create bus bays, and enhance public safety.