The commission also noted that it has filed for preservation orders against Oparanya's assets. He is suspected of holding proceeds from corruption, allegedly resulting from a conflict of interest.
The IEA says Kenya will struggle with debt repayment due to unproductive fiscal spending, slower revenue growth, and higher borrowing costs.
The couple were handed over to DCI alongside the recovered fake notes, pistol, expired firearm permit and assorted chemicals.
The accused, some of whom own companies linked to the case, were accused of fraudulently acquiring the Sh301,908,000 on diverse dates between July 1, 2014, and March 29, 2018.
EACC has recommended their prosecution and forwarded the case to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for further action.
The EACC, which is expected to release a statement on the arrests, is also pursuing several officials from the county Department of Finance.
Applicants were cautioned about engaging in fraudulent activities, including canvassing and graft.
The charges are in relation to Sh351,097,491 spent on advertising by the county government during Wa Iria's first term as governor.
EACC confirmed the arrests that have also roped in top county officials.
The suspects were to face fraud charges in relation to Sh351,097, 491 spent for advertising by the county government between 2014 and 2017.
The accused allegedly committed the offences between July 2018 and June 2019 in Kwale County.`
The tenders, which they obtained in violation of procurement laws using forged documents, were for the supply and delivery of sanitation materials, food and ration, general office supplies and institutional appliances.
The charges against the former KPC officials relate to their alleged failure to comply with procurement laws.
Tanui is charged alongside Elias Maina Karumi and Josephat with various charges relating to procurement irregularities in the procurement of transformers by the KPC.
The defendants were cleared by Milimani Magistrate Eunice Nyutu due to a lack of evidence.
EACC said its investigations revealed he used his hotel facility to provide accommodation and conference services to the Kwale County Government at exaggerated costs.
Kenya’s score (31 points) fell below the Sub-Saharan average score of 33 and the global average score of 43.
The Kikuyu MP said the commission will aim to deter corruption, restore public trust, and promote a culture of integrity and accountability in governance.
The nine- six KPA employees and three contractors - are allegedly involved in a fraudulent Sh62 million tender.
While CRA has suggested Sh398 billion, the CoG is demanding Sh450 billion, citing adjustments for revenue growth, inflation, and a projected road maintenance levy allocation.