Nairobi, Jan. 8 -- A rights activist has petitioned the High Court to remove National Construction Authority (NCA) executive director Maurice Akech from office, alleging regulatory failures that contributed to fatal building collapses in Nairobi.

Francis Awino argues that Mr Akech is unfit to hold office due to alleged negligence, incompetence and failure to enforce construction laws, despite repeated warnings issued to developers.

The case arises from the collapse of a 12-storey mixed-use building in South C, Nairobi, on January 2, 2026, during construction. Developed by Abyan Consulting Limited, the structure collapsed while still under construction, trapping at least two people and injuring another.

Mr Awino says investigations by N...