EACC recovers KSh65 million in cash during raid on Nairobi County official’s home
Patrick Analo Akivaga
By MKT Reporter
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) yesterday conducted a search operation at the residence of Patrick Analo Akivaga, the Chief Officer for Urban Development and Planning at Nairobi City County Government, as part of ongoing investigations into alleged corruption and economic crimes.
According to the anti-graft agency, the operation targeted Mr. Akivaga over allegations of conflict of interest, abuse of office, bribery, and possession of unexplained wealth. Investigators suspect that the county official has been receiving millions of shillings through cash transactions and M-Pesa deposits, leading to the accumulation of assets believed to be disproportionate to his known sources of income.
The EACC described the search as successful, revealing substantial evidence that could support the ongoing investigations. Among the most significant recoveries was a total of KSh65.3 million in cash found at the suspect’s residence in Syokimau, Machakos County, and inside the boot of his motor vehicle.
The recovered amount included KSh51.3 million in Kenyan currency and 113,000 US dollars, estimated at approximately KSh14 million.
In addition to the cash, investigators seized several title deeds, motor vehicle logbooks, laptops, mobile phones, iPads, electronic accessories, land and motor vehicle sale agreements, approval plans from Nairobi County Government, and other documents considered relevant to the probe.
The Commission stated that the evidence collected during the operation will be subjected to further analysis as investigators seek to establish the source of the funds and determine whether the assets were acquired through legitimate means.
EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi A. Mohamud said the investigations are ongoing and that the findings will guide the next course of action.
He noted that the Commission will pursue appropriate legal measures, including prosecution where sufficient evidence is established and the recovery of any unexplained wealth or proceeds of corruption.
The latest operation underscores the Commission’s intensified efforts to combat corruption and illicit enrichment within public institutions.
It also highlights growing scrutiny of public officials whose lifestyles and assets appear inconsistent with their declared income.
The EACC has urged members of the public to continue supporting anti-corruption efforts by reporting suspected cases of graft and abuse of office.
Investigations into the matter remain active.
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