Super Metro Sacco has strongly criticized the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) for issuing a blanket suspension of its operations, calling the move unfair and economically damaging.
Speaking on behalf of the Sacco, Kushian Muchiri, CEO of the Federation of Public Transport Sector Operators, questioned NTSA’s decision to halt the entire fleet instead of targeting specific non-compliant vehicles.“Super Metro currently operates a fleet of 600 vehicles, providing direct and indirect employment to thousands of Kenyans. It, therefore, beats logic to make such a drastic announcement aimed at crippling Super Metro’s operations,” Muchiri stated.
The suspension, if enforced, threatens to disrupt Nairobi’s public transport network, leaving thousands of daily commuters stranded and jeopardizing the livelihoods of drivers, conductors, and other stakeholders.Super Metro, one of Nairobi’s most recognized and customer-friendly public transport Saccos, has built a reputation for efficiency and reliability.
The sudden regulatory action has sparked concerns about NTSA’s enforcement mechanisms, with industry players urging a more targeted and transparent approach to compliance issues.
Muchiri reiterated the Sacco’s commitment to high service standards, emphasizing that while Super Metro supports safety regulations, punishing an entire fleet over isolated non-compliance cases is unjust.
The dispute now places NTSA under public scrutiny, with transport operators and commuters questioning whether the regulatory body is using fair and proportionate measures to enforce the law.As the standoff unfolds, the affected parties hope for an urgent resolution that balances road safety compliance with the need to sustain livelihoods and maintain Nairobi’s transport efficiency.
