Precious Talent Academy owner blames Nairobi County Government for tragedy

Precious Talent Academy owner, Moses Wainaina, on Monday, claimed that the Nairobi County Government might have played a part in the collapse of a classroom in the school.

Wainaina stated that the county administration dug a sewer line behind the classrooms which weakened their foundations.

He acknowledged that it was a good intention from the county government to contain sewerage but unfortunately an accident happened as a result of their efforts.

“They had good intentions to help this school but an accident has happened,” he stated.

Government Spokesperson Cyrus Oguna, who was present at the scene described the tragedy as saddening.

"We are saddened by the tragedy. We can only give you indicative figures. following the collapse of the building, there have been seven fatalities. 57 students who have been injured have been taken to hospital," Oguna stated.

He further stated that Education Cabinet Secretary Prof George Magoha would speak on the matter in due course.