Central Police Station is a major law enforcement facility located along Harry Thuku Road in the Nairobi Central Business District (CBD), adjacent to the University of Nairobi and near the I&M Building. It serves as the primary police station in Nairobi’s CBD, ensuring public safety and offering critical services 24/7.
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Location and Directions
The station is accessible from Muindi Mbingu Street and can be reached easily on foot or via public transport. It’s visible from the highway and strategically positioned for quick emergency response within the CBD.
How to Get There:
- Koja Bus Stop: 9-minute walk
- I&M Bus Stop: 4-minute walk
- Bus Routes: 19CDC, 25, 33UTW, 44G, 105, 106, 32A, 45K, 5
Accessibility:
The police station has a well-built parking lot with spaces for persons with disabilities, and roads around the station are wheelchair-friendly.
Key Features
As the central police station in Nairobi, it hosts numerous officers and a large number of patrol units. The facility also supports rapid response to emergencies and law enforcement operations across the CBD.
Services Provided
- Police Abstracts: For lost documents, accidents, or theft reports.
- Crime Reporting: Theft, vandalism, and other incidents.
- Cash Bail & Detainee Services: Full support with bail processes.
- Canteen Services: Affordable meals, snacks, and refreshments for officers and nearby visitors.
- Stationery Services: For police documentation and form needs.
Recent Incidents
On June 7, 2025, digital activist Albert Ojwang died while in custody at the station. He was arrested in Nyanza on accusations of cyber harassment involving Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat and later transferred to Nairobi. Following the incident, the Inspector General Douglas Kanja ordered the interdiction of multiple officers including the OCS and duty staff pending investigation.
The case is under investigation, though allegations of corruption and abuse remain largely anecdotal.
Contact Information
For emergency or general inquiries, use the following contacts:
General Contacts:
- Phone: +254 20 222222
- Alternate: +254 736 350100
- Toll-Free Emergency Number: 0800 720002
Specific Officers:
- Orderly Officer (Kimani): 0720 282330
- Duty Officer (IP Diana): 0704 214277
- Duty NCO CPU (Nereah): 0717 409922
- Crime PO (Njogu): 0725 262777
- Accident Call (Obura): 0721 620643
- Standby (PC Golicha): 0725 560749
- OCS (Moses Mutayi): 0722 492671
For more updates on Nairobi Police or public safety alerts, visit the National Police Service Website.
