EACC raids homes, offices of state officials in ongoing Sh3.8bn probe
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has raided the homes of top officials from the State Department for Sports over a suspected Sh3.8 billion embezzlement scandal.
EACC detectives carried out simultaneous searches at the residences and offices of senior government officers and private businesspeople linked to the alleged fraud.
The probe targets claims of unlawful acquisition of public property and abuse of office involving senior officials at the department. Investigators say the irregularities occurred between the 2020/2021 and 2025/2026 financial years.
Those under investigation include a Senior Assistant Commissioner of Sports, a Deputy Accountant General in the Ministry of ASALs and Regional Development, an accountant at the State Department for Sports, and several directors of travel firms allegedly used to siphon public money.
EACC sources revealed that the suspects conspired to loot billions through fraudulent procurement deals and inflated contracts issued to connected travel and logistics companies.
Preliminary findings indicate that millions were transferred through ghost tenders and fake invoices before being laundered into personal accounts and assets.
During the operation—spanning Nairobi, Kiambu, Machakos, Nyeri, and Nanyuki—EACC officers seized Sh3.58 million in cash, title deeds, and luxury vehicles, all believed to have been acquired using stolen funds.
The commission says the evidence recovered will support the next phase of the investigation, including possible arrests and asset recovery proceedings. According to EACC, the individuals involved were taken to the Integrity Centre for statement recording.
“Upon completion of the inquiry, the outcome will inform appropriate action, including potential prosecution and/or recovery of unexplained wealth,” the commission said.
The commission named five persons of interest.
The investigation concerns alleged irregular procurement and payments involving travel and tour companies connected to the individuals under inquiry.