Kibra Member of Parliament Peter Orero’s driver, George Oduor, has been fined Ksh.100,000 after pleading guilty to charges of dangerous overtaking and obstructing other road users.
Oduor appeared before the Milimani Traffic Court following a viral video showing him blocking motorists along a Nairobi road, an incident that drew national outrage after it was linked to a confrontation with CNN International Correspondent Larry Madowo.
According to the prosecution, the incident occurred on October 9 along Oloitoktok Road in Nairobi, where Oduor was captured overtaking a line of vehicles on the wrong side of the road, obstructing traffic.
When the charges were read out, Oduor admitted guilt and pleaded for leniency, saying he was rushing to the airport.
“I am sorry, Your Honour. I was in a hurry to drop someone at the airport and I will not repeat the offence,” he told the court.
However, the magistrate ruled that while she had considered his remorse, the law mandates a fine of up to Ksh.100,000 for such offences, and therefore imposed the maximum penalty.
“I have considered your mitigation, but the law provides a fine of Ksh.100,000. I will therefore impose the maximum penalty,” she ruled.
Viral Road Rage Incident
The case stems from a widely circulated video showing MP Orero’s car being driven on the wrong side of the road, leading to a heated confrontation with Larry Madowo, who refused to give way.
In the clip, Madowo, who was driving on the correct lane, can be seen recording the exchange as Orero, seated in the front passenger seat, confronts him.
“Take [that video] to President William Ruto,” Orero and his driver are heard shouting.
Madowo shot back: “Okay, I will take it to Ruto. That’s the only thing you’re afraid of?”
As the MP’s car sped off, the driver was heard yelling, “Peleka kabisa! Takataka!”
Public Outcry
The altercation sparked widespread condemnation online, with Kenyans criticizing the legislator’s behavior as reckless and unbecoming of a public official.
“That is an MP, a Kenyan leader. Kenyans have every reason to be worried,” wrote Chrispory Ker on X.
“A whole MP? Is he not supposed to lead by example? Now I’m convinced why Gen Z can never trust these leaders,” added Naomi Kingola.
The Motorists Association of Kenya also weighed in, demanding accountability:
“We demand the immediate arrest and prosecution of the driver to deter similar misconduct. Carrying a VIP requires humility, not arrogance. Taxpayers fund your salary.”
Former Students React
Adding to the backlash, several Kenyans identifying as Orero’s former students from his teaching days at Upper Hill School shared their disbelief online.
“The passenger used to slap us unprovoked when he found you outside during preps… I’m shocked to see him break the law like this,” wrote lawyer James Wanjeri.
Another commented:
“He was a deputy principal and a strict disciplinarian. How did a man who upheld such discipline become this reckless?”
Madowo’s Stand on Reckless Driving
Larry Madowo, known for his vocal stance on road discipline, has previously confronted errant drivers. In January, he clashed with a matatu driver who was driving on the wrong side of the road, documenting the incident on social media.
“‘Pesa kidogo isikupatie kiburi,’ a matatu driver told me yesterday,” Madowo posted at the time. “I block overlapping drivers when I drive in Nairobi. They’re almost always abusive.”
The latest confrontation once again highlights Kenya’s growing frustration over VIP impunity on the roads and has reignited calls for leaders to lead by example.
