National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), in partnership with the police on Friday, January 5, launched a crackdown on vehicles along Thika Road.
Coming a few days ahead of the reopening of schools, the authorities warned that the operation was aimed at seizing unroadworthy vehicles and curb road carnages.
"All vehicles should have a road service license and must undergo inspections. Without it, will arrest them and they will face the law," one of the traffic officers warned.
"Parents taking kids to school, please ensure you are present to confirm the vehicle your child is boarding [sic]," he added.
Police also urged other road users to be vigilant and report drivers who flout traffic rules.
The Thika Road crackdown is a follow-up of a nationwide operation that was launched ahead of last year's Christmas festivities.
Over 500 vehicles were seized across the country, with some said to be unroadworthy. Drivers were also arrested for drunk driving, speeding, and overloading.
NTSA Safety Manager Samuel Musumba had earlier warned Kenyans against using unlicensed vehicles to travel up-country in December.
Schools will reopen on Monday, January 8, with Form Ones expected to report a week later on January 15.
Interior CS Kithure Kindiki assured parents that he would provide ample security for students, especially those studying in volatile areas.
"I want to assure you, all parents; your children are safe, and their studies will not be interrupted by bandits. All schools will be under 24-hour guarded security by our specialised officers and the National Police Reservists," Kindiki stated.
"We will ensure that all schools whose infrastructure was vandalised by bandits are rehabilitated and ready for use by January 8 when the first term of the 2024 academic kicks off," he added.
