Drama as Ex-Bungoma Governor Wangamati’s Arrest Takes New Twist
The governor had presented himself to the EACC's Headquarters on Monday, following a summons on Friday, August 29...
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The arrest of former Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wangamati has stirred controversy, with his lawyers accusing National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula of orchestrating his troubles. Wangamati, who presented himself at EACC headquarters on Monday, September 1, faces charges of conflict of interest, which his legal team claims are politically motivated ahead of the 2027 general election.
- Wangamati’s lawyers allege Wetangula is behind the charges, citing a call he allegedly made.
- The EACC is accused of mishandling the case, including summoning a person who passed on three years ago.
- The charges stem from alleged embezzlement of public funds during Wangamati’s tenure as Busia County boss.
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Governors Barchok and Wangamati Arraigned Over Graft Allegations - September 2025
Two governors were arraigned at the Milimani Anti-Corruption Court on Tuesday over graft allegations. Bomet Governor Hillary Barchok was charged with seven criminal counts, including conflict of interest and money laundering, related to an alleged indirect private interest amounting to Ksh.2 million. He pleaded not guilty and was released on Ksh5 million cash bail. Former Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wangamati also faced graft allegations stemming from an alleged embezzlement of over Ksh70 million involving private companies. Wangamati was released on a bond of Ksh5 million or a cash bail of Ksh1.5 million. His lawyers have accused National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula of orchestrating his troubles, claiming the charges are politically motivated.
