The National Transport and safety Authority NTSA has intensified its campaign against Pedestrian ignoring footbridges and crossing roads dangerously.
The authority in a press statement has said its officers in collaboration with the National Police Service have arrested 50 people who were flaunting traffic rules.
The pedestrians were nabbed at the busy Allsops area after they crossed at undesignated points, actions that NTSA says was risking their lives.
“Ongoing pedestrian enforcement at Allsops footbridge along Thika Road. Over 50 pedestrians have been arrested and will be charged at Milimani Law Courts for failing to use the footbridge and obstructing the free flow of traffic.” N.T.S.A. said.
“The Authority urges pedestrians to use designated footbridges and crossings at all times, as crossing in undesignated areas not only endangers their lives but also puts other road users at risk and disrupts traffic flow.” The authority has added.
The latest arrests come as the authority continues a citywide enforcement campaign that began on July 20.
NTSA has conducted similar operations in varius parts of Nairobi city including The Nyayo Stadium Footbridge and The GM Footbridge.
“The Authority urges pedestrians to use designated footbridges and crossings at all times, as crossing in undesignated areas not only endangers their lives but also puts other road users at risk and disrupts traffic flow.” The statement reads in part.
Statistics indicate that non motorized road users continue to account for greater lives lost on Kenyan roads.
During the first half of this year ending June 30th it is estimated that pedestrians accounted for 38% of all road accident fatalities.
