Geoffrey Mosiria: Move coffin shops away from hospital entrances

Nairobi County Executive for Citizen Service Delivery, Geoffrey Mosiria, has called for coffin shops to be moved away from the entrances of hospitals, saying their placement can emotionally distress patients fighting for their lives.

In a statement shared on his socials, Mosiria revealed that he had long struggled with approaching people in the coffin business; a fear he finally confronted with the support of his sister, actress Wilbroda.

"Patients who are in critical condition may see them and immediately panic or lose hope of recovering," he said. "Let us balance the dignity of this important business with the emotional well-being of the sick."

Today, I overcame a fear I've carried for years approaching people in the coffin business. With the support of my sister Wilbroda, I finally gathered the courage, and what I witnessed truly touched my heart.

These men and women are doing God's work with dignity, love, and deep... pic.twitter.com/uzyL1WuTyA

- Geoffrey Mosiria (@HonMosiria) December 2, 2025

He further extended a blessing to one of the women working in the trade whom he met during his visit, praising her compassion and dedication

Mosiria said he spent time interacting with coffin makers and sellers, an experience he described as "truly touching."

He praised them, noting that despite public misconceptions, they play a vital role in comforting families during their most difficult moments.

"These men and women are doing God's work with dignity, love, and deep respect for the departed. Many people judge them unfairly, yet to me they are God-sent. They walk with families during their most painful moments, and for that, they deserve our appreciation," Mosiria said.

Mosiria's request comes barely weeks after being moved from the famed Environment docket to the Citizen Engagement and Customer Service department.

In a memo seen by TNX Africa, dated 18 November and signed by Sakaja, ten county chief officers were affected by the reorganisation.

Mosiria was replaced by Hibrahim Otieno, who previously headed the Medical Facilities docket.

Citing Section 45(5) of the County Government Act, 2012, Sakaja also moved Zipporah Mwangi to the Culture, Arts and Tourism docket, with Mosiria taking over her former role.

Sande Oyolo, who had been in charge of the Digital Economy and Startups docket, has been reassigned to Medical Facilities.

Others affected by the shake-up include Tony Michael Kimani, Lydia Mathia, Wilson Gakuya, Michael Waikenda, Godfrey Akumali and Clement Rapudo.