Nick Mararo, who is vying for the Nyeri senatorial seat in the 2027 general election, has shared details of his ongoing efforts to improve road safety across the country. In a recent Facebook post, he spoke about partnerships aimed at raising awareness and building skills, with special attention given to boda boda riders.
Mararo noted that boda boda riders play an important role in the transport system. He said they can travel through difficult areas and reach remote neighbourhoods that other forms of transport often cannot access easily. Because of this, he described them as an essential part of daily movement for many people.
Focus on Passenger Safety
In the post, Mararo repeated a familiar message: “Abiria ni Mayai.” This means that every passenger deserves the highest level of care. He stressed that safety should come first on every journey. According to him, the work involves training and awareness programmes that help riders understand better safety practices.
He expressed pride in the progress made so far in different parts of the country. Mararo said the teams have worked with various partners to strengthen capacity on road safety. He added that he looks forward to expanding these same efforts in Nyeri and other areas that have not yet been reached.
Plans for Nyeri
As a candidate for the Nyeri senatorial seat, Mararo linked the road safety campaign to his wider vision for the county.
He said that building a stronger culture of road safety is something that can be done together with residents and other stakeholders.
The message comes at a time when many people in Nyeri and beyond continue to face challenges related to road accidents, especially those involving motorcycles.
Road safety remains a daily concern in many Kenyan counties. Boda boda riders often operate in conditions that carry higher risks, yet they provide vital transport links for families, traders and workers. Mararo’s post positions the safety campaign as part of a longer-term effort rather than a one-off activity.
He has previously spoken about other issues affecting Nyeri, including youth opportunities, support for farmers and improved services. The latest message on road safety adds another area of focus as the race for the senatorial seat continues to develop.
Mararo challenged people to work together toward safer roads. He said the goal is to create a stronger culture of road safety that benefits everyone. For residents of Nyeri, the statement serves as a reminder of the issues he intends to prioritise if elected to the Senate.
