A late night fire has damaged offices linked to Kisii Governor Simba Arati at Gusii Stadium, raising concern among residents and local leaders. The incident is said to have happened under unclear circumstances, with unknown individuals allegedly setting the offices on fire.
The matter is now under investigation as authorities work to establish what exactly took place.
According to reports by Radio Maisha, thick smoke was seen rising from the stadium complex after the fire broke out.
The smoke attracted the attention of people living nearby, some of whom alerted security officers. Emergency responders later arrived at the scene and managed to contain the blaze before it could spread to other parts of the stadium.
The affected offices are believed to support county operations at Gusii Stadium. These offices are used for administrative work linked to the county government. While the fire caused visible damage, there have been no official reports of injuries or loss of life. Authorities are still assessing the extent of the destruction to property.
Police have confirmed that investigations are ongoing. Detectives are reviewing CCTV footage from the surrounding areas to gather more information.
They are also speaking to possible witnesses who may have seen or heard something before or during the incident. So far, no arrests have been announced, and the motive behind the fire remains unknown.
The incident has sparked concern among residents of Kisii County. Some local leaders have called for quick investigations and stronger security measures around public facilities.
They say such incidents create fear and disrupt normal operations. Supporters of Governor Simba Arati have strongly condemned the act, describing it as an attack on public property. They have urged authorities to ensure those responsible are brought to justice.
Police have appealed to members of the public to remain calm as investigations continue. They have also warned against spreading unverified information on social media, saying it could interfere with the inquiry. Officials have promised to share more details once the investigations provide clear answers.
