EACC disowns collapsed graft cases, shifts blame to DCI
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EACC defends itself against public perceptions that major graft cases have been withdrawn putting its investigations on the spot
EACC defends itself against public perceptions that major graft cases have been withdrawn putting its investigations on the spot.
In a meeting organized by the National Assembly’s Justice and Legal Affairs (JLAC) Committee in a Mombasa hotel on Thursday, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission boss Twalib Mbarak informed the MPs that none of the collapsed cases emanated from the Commission.
A member of JLAC present in the meeting who spoke to the media on condition of anonymity said that they were surprised at the revelation.
“We met EACC as one of the institutions we oversight to discuss ways of strengthening their work. As we took them to task on the cases collapsing in court, we learned with surprise that none of the cases belonged to them. They all came from former DCI boss,” said the MP.
Concerns regarding the dismissal of graft charges against politicians and senior people have grown among Kenyans.
Nonetheless, DPP Nordin Haji has claimed that the withdrawals were unavoidable as there was insufficient proof to support the cases.
Several allegations have been made against the former DCI director for inventing cases against political rivals within the Uhuru administration.
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In support of the DPP’s application in the Anti-Corruption Court seeking withdrawal of the graft case against DP Gachagua, the investigating officer, Obadia Kuria, swore an affidavit indicating that he was coerced to fabricate charges and charge the DP.
According to CEO Twalib Mbarak, vesting the investigative and prosecutorial functions in different agencies is necessary for the much-needed checks and balances.
“What is important is strengthening each of the institutions involved in the fight,” Mbarak added.
The Committee commended EACC for what it termed as notable strides, especially in asset recovery and committed to providing legislative and other support to enhance the Commission’s efficiency.
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