The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) official in Kisumu over allegations of soliciting and receiving a bribe to facilitate the irregular clearance of tax arrears.
The commission said the suspect, Hughes Obilo, an officer attached to the KRA Debt Refunds Department in Kisumu, allegedly demanded Sh100,000 from a construction company to facilitate the clearance of outstanding tax arrears amounting to Sh4.5 million from the iTax system.
According to EACC, preliminary investigations led to an operation in which Obilo was arrested while allegedly receiving Sh30,000 as part of the bribe.
“The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) official for allegedly soliciting and receiving a bribe to facilitate the irregular clearance of tax arrears and issuance of a Tax Compliance Certificate,”statement read.
The suspect was arrested in Kisumu on Monday, September 14, 2026, and booked at Kisumu Central Police Station for processing and statement recording.
EACC said the alleged bribe was intended to facilitate the clearance of the tax arrears and the subsequent issuance of a Tax Compliance Certificate.
The commission said the arrest forms part of its efforts to combat bribery and corruption at public service delivery points.
EACC warned that it would continue taking action against public officials suspected of abusing their positions for private gain.
The suspect is expected to be processed as investigations into the allegations continue.
