Nairobi County reduces pending bills by Kshs 43.7B, cuts legal costs by Kshs 8.48B

9th November, 2026

​Nairobi City County Governor Sakaja Johnson today appeared before the Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC) to present a progress report on the county's pending bills and outline the strategic measures taken to resolve historical debts inherited from previous administrations.

​During the session, Governor Sakaja detailed significant progress in stabilizing the county's financial health, highlighting a reduction of outstanding pending bills from Kshs 118.79 billion as of July 1, 2024, to Kshs 75.07 billion by June 30, 2025.

This represents a total debt reduction of Kshs 43.72B within a single financial year.

​Governor Sakaja clarified that this reduction was accomplished through a dual approach combining strategic payments with a rigorous, comprehensive verification exercise. The audit involved extensive legal assessments, reviews of court decisions and the systematic resolution of disputed liabilities to ensure only legitimate claims are settled.
​In addition to debt reduction, Governor Sakaja presented major structural reforms within the County's Legal Department. By expanding in house litigation capacity and decreasing reliance on costly external legal services, the administration delivered approximately Kshs 8.48 billion in legal cost savings over two financial years.

​"Our commitment remains focused on restoring financial discipline, auditing inherited obligations responsibly and ensuring that public resources directly benefit the people of Nairobi," Governor Sakaja stated.

​The Nairobi City County Government continues to execute its clear roadmap toward financial sustainability and transparent fiscal management.

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