The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has dismissed claims circulating on social media suggesting that it was preparing to raid National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula’s residence.
Viral posts alleged that EACC officers were poised to storm the Speaker’s home in connection with recent developments in government. However, EACC officials clarified that the reports were unfounded and lacked credibility.
“Ignore the reports. That is fake,” a Commission representative told this publication in a phone interview.
The false reports emerged against the backdrop of growing tension between the Executive and the Legislature following President William Ruto’s stern warning to Members of Parliament and Senators accused of soliciting bribes to carry out legislative duties.
On Monday, the President, addressing a joint parliamentary group of Kenya Kwanza Alliance and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), accused lawmakers particularly those serving on committees of undermining parliamentary processes by demanding kickbacks to influence outcomes.
The remarks triggered a strong reaction within the National Assembly, which on Tuesday paralysed all committee sittings in protest. Legislators argued that the President’s sweeping accusations undermined their credibility and independence. Senate committees, however, proceeded with their scheduled meetings, albeit under protest.
Meanwhile, Speaker Wetang’ula is far from Nairobi, leading Members of Parliament in a two-day retreat in Mombasa. The retreat, attended by Parliamentary Service Commission (PSC) Commissioners, members of the Speakers Panel, committee chairs and deputies, KEWOPA, women representatives from across the 47 counties, and members of the Budget Committee, seeks to reflect on Parliament’s role and strengthen collaboration with the Judiciary.
The consultative forum is designed to renew leadership synergy, enhance accountability, and ensure that the National Assembly remains effective and responsive in executing its constitutional mandate.
As EACC dismisses the viral raid claims, the unfolding standoff between Parliament and the Presidency highlights a growing rift that could shape legislative–executive relations in the months ahead.
