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The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) says it has not launched investigations into allegations of bribery in Parliament, citing a lack of credible information.
EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud said on Friday that no official complaints have been filed regarding claims that MPs were soliciting money from governors or members of the Executive.
However, he confirmed that the Commission is already pursuing several cases involving lawmakers over the management of National Government Constituency Development Fund (NGCDF) resources.
“We have not received any reports of bribery involving MPs. Should credible information reach us, we will act. The President may have access to intelligence that we currently do not,” Mohamud told reporters at Integrity Centre.
The EACC boss revealed that in the past eight months, 89 high-profile corruption cases had been completed and forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), with 82 recommended for prosecution. These involve four sitting and former governors, two ex-Cabinet Secretaries, a Principal Secretary, as well as top executives of state corporations.
Investigations are also ongoing against several sitting governors and 11 former county chiefs over embezzlement, conflict of interest, money laundering, and unexplained wealth.
Although Mohamud declined to name suspects, he confirmed that governors such as George Natembeya (Trans Nzoia), Kimani Wamatangi (Kiambu), and Abdi Mohamoud (Marsabit) have already recorded statements. The Commission has also raided Busia County and summoned Garissa Governor Nathif Jama to appear next week.
According to the CEO, EACC is currently probing cases worth Sh1.6 billion involving 822 county officials accused of payroll manipulation, irregular allowances, and abuse of car and mortgage loan funds. Since January, the agency has recovered 12 properties worth Sh600 million and Sh105 million in cash, while preventing losses of up to Sh7.2 billion through proactive investigations.
Despite these gains, Mohamud acknowledged public frustration, especially among the youth, over the perception that corruption remains rampant. He assured Kenyans that EACC will intensify preventive and enforcement measures while remaining impartial and professional.
He also urged stronger collaboration within the justice sector to deliver a more accountable and citizen-centered government.
