EACC investigates top Sports Ministry officials for Sh3.8B graft; raids recover millions as questions arise over sports fund mismanagement.
Kenya’s sports sector has been hit by a major corruption scandal after two high-ranking officials from the State Department for Sports were named among five individuals under investigation by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) for the alleged embezzlement of Sh3.8 billion in public funds meant for sports development.
On Wednesday, November 5, EACC officers carried out coordinated raids across Nairobi, Nanyuki, Machakos, Kiambu, and Nyeri counties, targeting the homes and offices of the suspects. The searches were conducted under court orders as part of ongoing investigations into suspected fraudulent procurement deals.
Those under investigation include a Senior Assistant Commissioner of Sports and an accountant from the department, alongside the Deputy Accountant General for ASALs and Regional Development, as well as the directors of Turkenya Tours & Safaris Limited and Smart Flows Travel Limited.
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Millions Seized as Investigators Uncover Key Evidence
According to the EACC, the suspects are believed to have colluded to siphon funds through fictitious procurement contracts during the 2020/2021 and 2025/2026 financial years.
During the raids, investigators reportedly recovered Sh3.58 million in cash, property documents, and several vehicles suspected to have been purchased using proceeds of the alleged corruption.
“The suspects allegedly conspired to siphon public funds through fictitious procurement deals,” the EACC said in a statement as reported by Standard.
“The operation has yielded valuable evidence that will support ongoing investigations.”
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The suspects were later taken to the EACC headquarters at Integrity Centre in Nairobi for questioning.
EACC added that the findings from the probe will determine whether charges are filed and if any illegally acquired assets are recovered.
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This case has once again raised concerns about financial accountability in Kenya’s sports administration, with stakeholders warning that corruption continues to undermine the growth and integrity of local sports programs.
