The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has said it has not launched investigations into bribery allegations against Members of Parliament (MPs), citing a lack of formal complaints or credible evidence.
Speaking on Friday at the Integrity Centre, EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud clarified that while President William Ruto and other leaders have raised concerns about lawmakers allegedly extorting money from governors and members of the Executive, the Commission is yet to receive actionable information.
“We have not received any complaints of bribery by MPs. 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,” said Mohamud.
However, he revealed that several MPs are already under probe over alleged misuse of the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NGCDF).
Mohamud highlighted that over the past eight months, the Commission has completed 89 high-profile investigations, submitting the files to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP). Out of these, 82 were recommended for prosecution.
Among the cases are those involving four current and former county governors, two ex-Cabinet Secretaries, a Principal Secretary, as well as CEOs and managing directors of state corporations. Ongoing investigations also target sitting governors and 11 former governors, with allegations ranging from embezzlement of public funds and money laundering to conflict of interest and unexplained wealth.
Notably, several governors, including Trans Nzoia’s George Natembeya, Kiambu’s Kimani Wamatangi, and Marsabit’s Abdi Mohamoud, have already recorded statements, while Garissa Governor Nathif Jama has been summoned to appear before the Commission on Monday.
The EACC boss further disclosed that the Commission is pursuing graft cases worth Sh1.6 billion involving 822 county officials and has so far recovered assets valued at Sh600 million alongside Sh105 million in cash this year. Proactive interventions have also prevented potential losses of Sh7.2 billion.
While acknowledging public frustration, especially among the youth, Mohamud assured Kenyans that the agency would intensify both preventive and enforcement measures to curb corruption. He reiterated EACC’s commitment to impartiality, professionalism, and adherence to the rule of law, calling for greater collaboration across the justice sector.
