The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has initiated investigations following the circulation of a fake letter.
The Commission is determined to identify and take appropriate action against those responsible for this fraudulent activity.
The fake letter, purportedly from an EACC Investigator, represents a serious breach of trust and is considered a criminal offense under the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, 2003.
The act of impersonating an EACC official is a punishable offense and carries significant legal consequences.
“In respect to this fake letter, the Commission has launched investigations with a view to taking appropriate action against the culpable person(s) who, by did of this action, have committed offences under various laws, including impersonating an EACC Investigator (Commission Secretary/CEO), a criminal offence under the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, 2003,”EACC said in a statement.
The EACC has assured the public that it is committed to upholding the integrity of its operations and will pursue all legal avenues to ensure that the individuals behind this deceitful act are held accountable.
The Commission emphasizes the importance of maintaining public trust and the rule of law in its fight against corruption and economic crimes.
Further details on the progress of the investigation will be communicated as they become available.
The EACC encourages anyone with information related to the fake letter to come forward and assist in the investigation.
