Nairobi, Feb. 9 -- The Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ) has petitioned the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to initiate legal action against five senior Nairobi City County officials for allegedly approving the construction of a building irregularly.

The commission, popularly known as the Ombudsman, said the officers violated planning and building laws by endorsing irregular approvals about two years ago and failing to enforce stop orders.

Those targeted include former county executive committee member for the built environment and urban planning, Stephen Mwangi, and chief officer Patrick Analo.

Others are Fredrick Ochanda, assistant director for development control; Simon Omondi, a development control officer; and Tom A...