“Hiyo Ndo Nimepata Leo” Bodaboda Rider Who Rammed Toyota Land cruiser Pays Owner Ksh 345 For Repair

A minor accident on Jinja Road, sparked a heated exchange between a boda boda rider and the owner of a Toyota Land Cruiser. The incident occurred during a traffic jam, when the rider, while trying to navigate through the congestion, accidentally dented the high-end vehicle.

The car owner, visibly upset, demanded compensation for the damage. The boda boda rider, who was clearly remorseful for the accident, offered 10,000 Ugandan Shillings (approximately Ksh 345) to cover the repair costs.

However, the car owner rejected the offer, insisting that the rider accompany him to a mechanic and pay the full repair bill. Unfortunately, the rider’s pockets seemed too light for the task at hand, as he could not afford to cover the entire cost of fixing the vehicle.

The incident has sparked a wave of mixed reactions on social media, with some siding with the rider and others supporting the car owner’s demand for proper compensation.

Several social media users expressed sympathy towards the boda boda rider, acknowledging that his financial situation likely limited his ability to offer more. One netizen said, “I pray the driver forgives him,” while another remarked, “It seems even selling the boda boda wouldn’t cover the expenses to fix the vehicle.”

Others, however, argued that the rider’s offer of 10,000 UGx should have been accepted. “By the time that boda boda man pulled the Ksh 345, it means that he was really sorry for what happened. That would have been enough for the driver to let him go,” commented Norah Acam.

However, there were those who felt the situation was more complicated. “It’s difficult to be fair here. While the boda man deserves some sympathy, if you’ve driven in such conditions, you’ll know how boda boda riders often breach traffic rules,” noted Nuru Tindi Seje.

KingDavid Senior also pointed out that the rider’s gesture of offering the Ksh 345 was a sign of remorse, and this could have been reason enough for the car owner to forgive him.

Similar confrontations between boda boda riders and motorists have been witnessed in other regions, such as Kitengela town in Kenya, where riders have resorted to aggression when accidents occur.

By Nairobi