EACC said the arrests followed investigations into allegations of conflict of interest, unlawful acquisition of public property, money laundering and dealing in proceeds of crime.
MoreAccording to EACC, the practice amounts to abuse of office and misuse of public resources.
MoreInvestigations confirmed that the suspect is not an employee of the Commission.
MoreThe accused, Noah Kipkemboi Rotich, was presented before court on Monday, June 8, 2026, and charged with receiving a bribe contrary to the Bribery Act, 2016.
MoreMKU Founder and Chairman, Prof. Simon Gicharu, commended EACC’s evolving approach, noting a positive shift toward preventive measures such as integrity training and awareness creation
MoreSpeaking in the Matunda area, the residents praised the ruling, saying the move protects legal processes and shields individuals from premature punishment before a full investigation is carried out.
MoreThe former MP faces four counts of receiving a bribe and one count of acquisition of proceeds of crime.
MoreEACC said the operation is part of ongoing investigations into allegations of bribery, extortion of local and foreign investors, and acquisition of unexplained wealth.
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