Githurai MCA asks EACC to probe Sh17 Million roadworks irregularities
The MCA has asked the EACC to investigate whether due process was followed in procurement, whether the payments were aligned with the actual work done, and whether public money was lost through corrupt practices.
A Githurai Ward legislator has formally asked the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to probe alleged mismanagement and misuse of public funds in Nairobi City County projects.
The request, made by MCA Deonysias Mwangi Waithira, raises concerns over whether millions allocated to road improvements in the ward delivered value for money.
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In the letter dated October 7, 2025, addressed to the EACC, Waithira cites his oversight role under the Constitution and the County Governments Act, which empowers county assembly members to supervise and ensure proper execution of public-funded projects.
He emphasises that principles of transparency, accountability, and prudent financial management must guide the use of public resources.
The MCA highlights two major projects that he believes warrant urgent investigation.
The first, awarded to Nasai Enterprises Limited, involved grading, gravelling, and drainage improvement of Mbuta and Kirogo Roads at a cost of Sh4,955,865.
The second, handled by Mbafri International Company, covered several roads, including Nduruma, Chiro, Mwafrika, Range, PCEA, Achievers, Riflo I & II, Stima ya Maendeleo, Maina, and Stendo Roads, with an allocation of Sh12,941,754.31.
Waithira alleges that some of the roads were never completed, while others were executed poorly, failing to match the payments made.
“There are compelling reasons to believe that misappropriation of funds, theft of public resources, and lack of value for money occurred in the above projects,” the MCA wrote.
He has asked the EACC to investigate whether due process was followed in procurement, whether the payments were aligned with the actual work done, and whether public money was lost through corrupt practices.
Waithira urges the Commission to treat the matter with urgency, invoking its constitutional and statutory mandate to safeguard public resources.
“This is about accountability and ensuring that taxpayer money is spent responsibly,” Waithira noted.
The UDA MCA in September (last month) announced his impending resignation from the Nairobi County Assembly, citing repeated frustration with the county government’s failure to deliver essential services and implement development projects.
In a letter addressed to the Assembly Speaker on September 17, 2025, Waithira said he could no longer serve under conditions he described as neglectful and unresponsive.
“I have resolved to step down due to persistent frustration with the failure of the County Executive to implement projects and deliver basic services to the residents of Githurai Ward,” he wrote. He added that his efforts “have been met with neglect, delay, and disregard.”
The letter was also copied to the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party and the Minority Leader and Whip of the Assembly. However, it is yet to be received by the Speaker as the assembly is currently on long recess and is expected to resume its sitting at the end of the month.
His resignation will take effect on Monday, November 1, 2025. Waithira based the decision on Article 194(1)(d) of the Constitution, Section 27 of the County Governments Act, 2012, and the Assembly’s Standing Orders, which allow a ward representative to resign by writing to the Speaker.
Waithira detailed several stalled or misrepresented projects in the ward. Roads, including Cifu Road, Rurii Powerline Road, Chiro Road, Mucoe Road, Kweche Road, and Kirogo Road, remain in poor condition.
The Githurai Level 3 Hospital continues to suffer from staff shortages, an incomplete perimeter wall, an unfinished waiting bay, inadequate ablution facilities, and a partially built maternity wing, despite repeated budget requests.
The long-promised upgrade of the Githurai Sports Ground has yet to start, even after assurances from the County Executive for over two years.
Waithira also highlighted discrepancies between official reports and reality, noting that some projects, such as Chiro Road, were reported as ongoing while no work had begun. He further cited completed projects that do not exist physically, including road works on Mbuta Road and Kirogo Road costing Sh4,955,865, and a larger package covering multiple roads costing Sh12,941,754.
“These are not mere personal concerns,” he said. “They reflect the sovereign aspirations of the people of Githurai Ward, voiced during public participation on the CIDP, ADPs, CFSPs, and the annual budget. Unfortunately, these aspirations have remained unfulfilled promises on paper.”
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