Nairobi Landlord Sparks Outrage After Forcibly Removing Apartment Door, Leaving Mother and Baby Homeless

A Nairobi family is struggling after a rent dispute turned violent and traumatic. A young mother and her infant were left homeless. The incident has sparked public anger and renewed debate about tenant rights.

The tenant, identified online as sir.ishmaelcherish, said he moved into the apartment last year. Soon after, a disagreement arose over a rent deposit. He claimed the deposit belonged to a previous tenant. According to him, that tenant never received a refund. Because of this, he asked the landlord to give a written agreement. He wanted clarity. Talks stalled. Tension grew.

Days later, the situation worsened. The tenant said the landlord arrived with a woman believed to be his partner and another man. He claimed they were hostile. They demanded full payment of the deposit. He alleged they issued threats. They warned they would remove the door if payment delayed.

Hours later, the threats became real. The landlord reportedly returned with two men carrying welding equipment. A video captured the moment. It shows the men cutting the metallic door. Sparks fly. Loud metal sounds echo. Neighbours watch in disbelief. The men unhinge the door. They drag it away.

The young mother stood nearby holding her baby. She appeared frightened. With no door, the house felt unsafe. The family feared further violence. They packed their belongings. They left immediately. The eviction happened without notice. No court order was shown.

The tenant described the ordeal as humiliating. He said his wife and child were traumatized. He said they had nowhere to go. The video spread quickly online. Kenyans reacted with outrage. Many called the act illegal. Others described it as cruel and inhumane.

Several users urged authorities to intervene. They reminded landlords that evictions must follow the law. They stressed that disputes require notices and due process. Legal voices warned against self-help evictions. They said property destruction is a criminal offense.

The family is now counting losses. They are searching for shelter. They are also seeking justice. Their story has reopened conversations about tenant protection. Many are calling for stricter enforcement of housing laws.