CS Ruku demands arrests after EACC survey exposes graft
By Aloys Michael, August 6, 2025The Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes, Geoffrey Ruku, has called on the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to arrest all public officers implicated in the latest corruption report.
His remarks come a day after the release of the National Ethics and Corruption Survey, 2024, by the EACC.
Engaging with residents at Kirewe Grounds on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, in Matuga Constituency, Kwale County, Ruku issued a firm directive to those involved, stating that the government will not tolerate impunity within its ranks.
“The report released by the EACC yesterday revealed that there is corruption in various government departments. We must ensure that corruption becomes a thing of the past,” he charged.
“I call on the EACC to identify these individuals, arrest them, and charge them so that the law can take its course. Kenya deserves a public service that is free of corruption.”
The CS emphasised that President Ruto has consistently stressed the importance of integrity and accountability across all levels of government, asserting that every public servant must act responsibly.
War against corruption
The public service CS said the Head of State has made it clear that he does not want corrupt public officers; he only wants people who are committed to serving the citizens of Kenya.
Ruku affirmed the government’s dedication to rebuilding public confidence by reforming the public service and holding all officials to high standards of honesty and transparency.
“All those who earn a salary from taxpayers must help change this negative perception. The President does not want any corrupt officer in the public service. Whether in independent constitutional commissions, ministries, or county governments, all of us must act responsibly,” he asserted.
The CS encouraged citizens to play an active role in exposing corrupt individuals.
“If anyone asks you for a bribe, report them. You can even call me or contact the EACC to ensure that corruption comes to an end in our country.”
The report painted a grim picture, ranking the police, Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), chiefs, and county governments among the most corrupt institutions.