In summary

• Police has launched investigations into the matter.
• He died in Kenya National Hospital while receiving treatment

3 year old boy has lost his life in a fire tragedy  Makina Ward Kibra sub-county.The boy was at home alone at their residence when  the incident occurred.

According to his mother Mediatrix Ambani there was an explosion in their plot an incident that caught everyone unawares.

He was rushed to Kenyatta National Hospital where he succumbed to fire injuries.

‘‘I was away by the time of incident I left the boy in the house. When I rushed back, I found him burnt and  in a very bad condition. I was shocked but  I must thank my neighbors who actually supported me because we managed  to reach on time though the doctors could not  sustain his life.’’ Ambani told Ghetto Radio News.

‘‘I can’t blame the doctors they tried their best ni vile mtoto alichomeka sana mwilini hawangewezana… my son came in happiness na amerudi tunawachia God.’’ Ambani said painfully.

Cause of the Fire

Makina  residents have blamed illegal energy collection as cause of the fire.According to the residents most of connections are faulty and  done by those stealing power.

“It is my prayer that the government will come on board and ensure the menace of illegal connection is dealt with promptly and firmly because it is in deed sad to see a young boy lie like this one  lifeless  and nothing happens..’’ Judy Nyaudi Makina resident said.