Nairobi — Business owners along Douglas Wakiiru Road, formerly Aerodrome Road in Nairobi, are counting losses after their premises were demolished on Tuesday morning.

The demolitions affected car wash bays and restaurant businesses operating along the stretch, with structures flattened by unknown individuals.

Sources indicated that the affected property is linked to a prominent politician and is believed to sit on land owned by Kenya Railways, although no official statement had been issued at the time of publishing.

A spot check by Capital FM Business early Tuesday morning showed extensive damage, including the destruction of several motor vehicles. Business owners were seen salvaging what they could as they assessed their losses.

Access to the area had also been restricted, with the road leading to the demolished premises blocked using stones and bulldozers, making movement difficult.