The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has distanced itself from claims by Azimio leaders that the recent questioning of the former Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya and his wives was politically motivated. EACC has said it is firmly focused on holding to account all persons suspected of embezzling public funds irrespective of their status or political allegiance. "EACC will undertake its mandate strictly under the guidance of law and that will not in any way be swayed or distracted by such political utterances," EACC spokesperson Eric Ngumbi said. Ngumbi said besides Oparanya, EACC is currently investigating a total of 21 other sitting and former governors over corruption and economic crimes involving tens of billions of public funds. Oparanya and his wives were questioned at EACC offices in Integrity Centre on August 23, after a search operation in his homes.

Source: The Star August 31, 2023 00:13 UTC