Bizarre Moments As 3-year-old Kid, Nanny Narrowly Escapes Death As Construction Debris Hits Syokimau Estate

A three-year-old child and their nanny narrowly escaped death when debris from a neighboring construction site crashed through their roof and landed in their bathroom in Syokimau’s Muthama Heights Estate. 

The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, raising serious concerns about the safety of the ongoing construction and whether safety rules are being followed.

The accident happened despite the National Construction Authority (NCA) issuing a stop notice to the developer on April 15, 2024. 

The notice was ignored, and the construction continued without any regard for safety. This has left residents feeling helpless and frustrated.

Belinda Odhiambo, the child’s mother, spoke about the terrifying moment. “The stone was so big, and the impact in that bathroom was devastating. 

I cried, not because they were slightly injured, but because God rescued them from the jaws of death,” she said, reflecting on how close her child came to harm.

The situation at Muthama Heights has worsened with ongoing hazards from the construction site. 

Families living in the area are dealing with scattered construction debris, cement dust, and other dangers. Carolyne, a homeowner in the estate, expressed her concerns. 

“We have to beg the construction workers to avoid building on our side when we’re doing laundry to avoid cement spillage. 

Stones are falling everywhere, and we have children playing around. It’s dangerous,” she said.

On Monday, NCA officials and detectives from Mlolongo Police Station visited the construction site to assess the safety risks. 

They found hazardous materials hanging dangerously and posing an immediate threat to the neighboring houses. 

Residents are also concerned about the financial impact of the ongoing construction. 

Carolyne mentioned that her property, which was worth Ksh 13 million, had significantly lost value because of the construction risks.

Kim Musau, the chairman of the Muthama Heights Estate, called for accountability. “Three houses have been directly affected by this construction. 

The landlords and tenants need compensation, and the county government must explain if this project was approved and whether it meets safety standards,” he demanded.

The NCA confirmed that the developer did not have the proper approvals for the project.