EACC says no complaints lodged on MPs’ bribery claims, probe into CDF mismanagement ongoing
EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud clarified that while allegations of bribery have been circulating in the media, the Commission has not received any verified complaints.
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has said it is yet to open any investigations into bribery involving Members of Parliament (MPs). The commission said that they have not received any credible information suggesting MPs extorted money from governors or other members of the Executive.
Speaking to journalists on Friday at the Integrity Centre offices, EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud clarified that while allegations of bribery have been circulating in the media, the Commission has not received any verified complaints.
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“If we ever receive any credible information, then we shall definitely open investigations. I know the President at his level could be having information that we don't have as of now,” Abdi said.
Speaking at the 2025 Devolution Conference last week, President William Ruto accused MPs and senators of soliciting bribes from government officers appearing before committees. The president claimed that Cabinet Secretaries and governors had fallen victim to extortion.
EACC confirmed that there are several ongoing investigations targeting MPs in relation to the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF). These probes focus on alleged misuse or mismanagement of funds allocated to constituencies under the NG-CDF framework.
The EACC boss also highlighted the Commission’s broader achievements in tackling high-profile corruption cases. Over the past eight months, the EACC has completed 89 significant investigations, with 82 of the cases recommended for prosecution to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP).
"These investigation files have been submitted to the ODPP, with recommendations to prosecute 82 of the cases."
Among these cases are investigations involving current and former county governors, two former Cabinet Secretaries, a Principal Secretary, and executives of various state corporations.
The Commission further revealed that investigations into sitting governors and 11 former governors are at an advanced stage.
The investigations relate to allegations of embezzlement of public funds, conflict of interest, money laundering, and possession of unexplained wealth, among other offences under the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act.
However, among those who have since recorded a statement with the Commission include Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi, and Marsabit Governor Abdi Mohamoud.
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