Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) have been urged to take action against Kiambu governor Kimani Wamatangi following accusations of embezzlement of county funds.
During a public gathering, Kikuyu Member of Parliament Kimani Ichungwah and Thika town counterpart Alice Ng’ang’a accused senior county officials in Kiambu of misappropriating funds. Ng’ang’a specifically pointed fingers at Governor Wamatangi for allegedly being the mastermind behind the illegal activities within the county.
The MPs referenced a report by the Auditor General which highlighted various discrepancies in the expenditure of Kiambu county government. Ichungwah called on the DCI and EACC to thoroughly investigate the matter based on the findings of the Auditor General’s report.
Both MPs expressed their disappointment in the lack of action taken by the detectives despite the evidence available against Kiambu Governor Governor Wamatangi. They emphasized the need for accountability and justice to prevail in Kiambu County.
The Auditor General’s report on County Governments County Executive 2022/2023 revealed alarming findings regarding the expenditure of county funds by the Kiambu county government. One of the highlighted discrepancies was the purchase of 60,000 one-month-old chicks for Ksh18 million, with only 22,500 chicks delivered despite full payment being made.
Additionally, the report questioned the expenditure of Ksh81.8 million on certified seeds, breeding stock, and live animals, raising concerns about the transparency and accountability of the county government’s financial management.
According to locals, the call for the arrest of Governor Wamatangi by the MPs underscores the importance of holding public officials accountable for their actions. Adding that it is imperative for the DCI and EACC to conduct a thorough investigation into the allegations of embezzlement and misuse of public funds in Kiambu County to ensure that justice is served and the rule of law upheld.
