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EACC opens probe into MPs over Ruto bribery claims
19th August, 2025 08:50 PM
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has confirmed it has opened investigations into allegations of bribery involving Members of Parliament and senators, following claims made by President William Ruto.
EACC chairperson David Oginde said on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, that the commission had taken note of the serious concerns raised by the President and would move with speed to establish the truth.
“EACC has launched a probe into the allegations touching on Parliament. We cannot ignore such claims, especially when they come from the Head of State,” Oginde said.
The commission will seek evidence, interrogate relevant offices, and take appropriate action if culpability is established,” Oginde said.
Lawmakers on the spot
He noted that corruption in lawmaking processes undermines democracy and weakens public trust in institutions. According to him, the investigation will be impartial and comprehensive to ensure accountability at the highest levels of government.
“The public expects integrity from elected leaders. Parliament is a critical institution, and if its members are compromised, then the legislative process itself is tainted. We assure Kenyans that no one will be spared if wrongdoing is confirmed,” Oginde added.
The EACC boss also appealed to whistleblowers to step forward with credible information to aid the investigation. He emphasised that protecting Kenya’s democracy requires transparency, especially in the passing of key laws.
Bribery claims detailed
The remarks have sparked outrage among Kenyans, with several MPs and senators demanding clarity on the bribery claims.
Leaders from both sides of the political divide have accused the President of casting aspersions on Parliament without providing concrete evidence.
Some have demanded that Ruto be summoned to substantiate his claims, arguing that the allegations risk painting the entire legislature as corrupt.
The probe follows allegations made by President Ruto during an ODM–Kenya Kwanza Parliamentary Group meeting in Karen on Monday, August 18, 2025.
The President claimed that intelligence reports revealed a scheme in which someone paid Ksh150 million to a Senate committee and further alleged that some members collected Ksh10 million to pass the Anti-Money Laundering law – money that never reached Parliament.
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