The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has revoked the operating licence of Nicco Movers 1 Sacco with immediate effect following investigations into the death of KMTC student Eugene Mutuku, who was allegedly forced out of a moving matatu over a Sh20 fare dispute, leading to his death.
In a statement, NTSA said its findings showed that the Sacco’s management had lost control of its operations, lacked adequate safety protocols, and had failed to address serious safety concerns. The authority further noted that vehicles operating under the Sacco posed a danger to road users.
“For these reasons, the Authority has resolved to revoke Nicco Movers 1 Sacco’s operator licence with immediate effect,” NTSA stated.
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— NTSA KENYA (@ntsa_kenya) June 12, 2026
The regulator directed that the Sacco cease operations immediately and warned that any vehicle found operating contrary to the directive would be impounded by law enforcement.
“Law enforcement officers are required to impound any Nicco Movers 1 Sacco vehicle found operating contrary to this revocation,” the statement added.
Mutuku, a KMTC student attached to a hospital in Kasarani, was reportedly ejected from a matatu after failing to raise KSh20 fare. He later died following the incident.
Makadara Law Court granted bail of KSh1 million cash each to two Nicco Sacco managers accused of conspiring to conceal the Isuzu minibus involved in the incident and aiding crew members to evade arrest.
The accused, identified as Whines Momanyi Mogire and Alex Mwai Kabuthi, denied the charges of assisting the driver and conductor linked to the incident.
“He was a dreamer, and his friends who came to visit said that he had very big plans,” said Mutuku’s brother.
The family of the late student has called for justice, accusing the matatu crew of negligence. Witnesses alleged that despite warnings, the crew continued picking passengers as the situation unfolded.