President Ruto Alleges Parliament is a Hub for Corruption; EACC Launches Probe as MPs Demand Evidence - August 2025
A rift has emerged between President William Ruto and Parliament after he accused the institution of abetting graft, alleging it has become a "marketplace for extortion." The President specifically claimed the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee (JLAC) accepted bribes to block an anti-money laundering bill. In response, MPs have strongly denied the allegations and demanded that President Ruto provide evidence, with some calling for him to be formally summoned to testify before parliament. Following the president's claims, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) initiated investigations into Members of Parliament and Senators facing allegations of bribery. Separately, Senate Speaker Amason Kingi defended senators against allegations made by the President that some demand bribes of up to Ksh 150 million.
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Spika Kingi awatetea maseneta kufuatia madai ya Rais Ruto ya hongo
The Speaker of the Kenyan Senate, Amason Kingi, has defended the institution against allegations by President William Ruto that some senators demand bribes of up to Ksh 150 million to make decisions. Kingi urged Kenyans to trust the senators.
Tofauti kati ya Rais William Ruto na wabunge zazidi baada ya madai kuwa wabunge wanakula mlungula
A growing rift has emerged between President William Ruto and Members of Parliament (MPs) following allegations that some legislators are receiving bribes. This development suggests increasing tensions within the political landscape.
Storm in Parliament as Ruto accuses JLAC of taking bribes to block anti-money laundering bill
A significant controversy has erupted in the Kenyan Parliament, with President Ruto alleging that the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee (JLAC) accepted bribes to obstruct the passage of an anti-money laundering bill. This accusation has caused a storm, highlighting concerns about corruption affecting critical legislation.
MPs clash with Ruto over extortion claims, demand evidence
Members of Parliament (MPs) have strongly denied allegations of extortion made by the Executive and are demanding that President William Ruto provide evidence for his claims. The MPs insist the House speakers should summon the President to present his case.
EACC launches probe into MPs over extortion claims
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has initiated investigations into Members of Parliament (MPs) facing allegations of bribery and extortion. This action follows a stern warning from President William Ruto, who earlier stated that Parliament had become a "marketplace for extortion."
MPs want President Ruto summoned to testify before parliament over corruption allegations
Kenyan Members of Parliament (MPs) are seeking to summon President Ruto to appear before parliament. This unprecedented move is in response to serious corruption allegations that have emerged.