The popular city nightclub 1824, located in Lang'ata, has closed.
Unidentified individuals are seen in videos and images circulating online taking away furniture and other objects from the club while uniformed police officers watch on.
As a police officer looks around, the club's characteristic whisky barrel tables can be seen strewn about the entrance area.
The closure comes four months after a court froze the assets of the renowned party spot's owner, Wilson Nahashon Kanani.
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Kanani, a City Hall employee, was found to have Ksh.643 million in assets despite earning only Ksh.55,000 per month, according to the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
Lady Justice Esther Maina granted orders in 2022 to allow the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to complete investigations into claims the employee received bribes and kickbacks through his office, accumulating the money and other assets, including two high-end motor vehicles.
According to court documents, despite earning a net monthly income of Sh55,000, the employee received and funneled Ksh.506 million through bank accounts in his name and that of family members between January 2016 and October 2022.
This is not the first time police have raided 1824; in 2022, it was raided in response to a demand to close all bars in residential neighborhoods, sparking an online buzz frenzy, as usual.
In addition, the club was closed in 2020 for violating Covid-19 standards.
1824 is one of Nairobi's oldest and most recognizable nightlife landmarks. Despite its location in Lang'ata, the club's influence and popularity extend beyond the area, with people coming from all over the city to enjoy its reputable entertainment menu.
