The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has confirmed that it raided the home and office of the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) Chief Executive Officer on Thursday, January 8, as part of investigations into alleged corruption and unexplained wealth.
In a statement, the commission said the search operation is linked to ongoing investigations into claims of graft, procurement irregularities and the accumulation of unexplained wealth estimated at about Ksh1 billion.
“The operation relates to allegations of graft, procurement irregularities, and the acquisition of unexplained wealth estimated at Ksh1 billion, allegedly accumulated between January 1, 2021, and January 8, 2026,” the EACC said.
During the raid, investigators recovered what they described as critical evidentiary material believed to support the probe into suspected financial improprieties connected to the CEO’s tenure at NGAAF.
The commission said the investigation also extends to the official’s previous role as Head of Procurement at the Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation (KDIC), where further procurement-related irregularities are alleged to have occurred.
Before joining NGAAF, the official held several senior positions in public service, including serving as Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Council and as Deputy Head of Procurement at the Competition Authority of Kenya.
Following the operation, the EACC summoned the CEO to its Integrity Centre to record a statement. The commission said this is a standard step in investigations and will help determine the next course of action.
The EACC noted that should sufficient evidence be established, the matter could lead to prosecution. In addition, any assets found to be linked to corruption or classified as unexplained wealth may be forfeited to the state in accordance with Kenyan law.
The latest development comes against the backdrop of intensified anti-corruption efforts by the commission. Just under three months ago, the EACC arrested Josphat Kabeabea, the former chairperson of the Anti-Counterfeit Authority’s Board of Directors, over allegations that he demanded bribes amounting to Ksh15 million.
Kabeabea was arrested on Friday, November 14, following a raid at his residence. The EACC said he allegedly demanded an initial bribe of Ksh5 million from a Chinese national on November 11, after accusing the businessman’s company of dealing in counterfeit goods.
According to investigators, when the initial demand was declined, Kabeabea allegedly reduced the amount several times from Ksh1 million to Ksh300,000 before eventually settling on Ksh150,000. The commission further alleged that he threatened the businessman with detention if the bribe was not paid.
As investigations into the NGAAF CEO continue, the EACC says it remains committed to holding public officials accountable and recovering public resources lost through corruption.
