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Originally published by Citizen DigitalNovember 5, 2025
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Ksh.1.1 billion paid to ‘ghost’ students for capitation - Education CS Ogamba reveals
The number could even be higher considering that the verification process is not complete, with 934 schools yet to present their data to the ministry.The verification process has already led to the cl.....
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Kenya's Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba revealed that the government has been disbursing Ksh.1.1 billion to "ghost students" in public schools, sparking outrage from Members of Parliament.
- A verification process has uncovered Ksh.1.1 billion paid to non-existent students and led to the closure of 10 secondary schools.
- CS Ogamba stated that 934 schools are yet to submit their data, suggesting the figure could rise.
- MPs, including Speaker Moses Wetangula, demanded accountability for ministry officers, accusing Ogamba of presiding over corruption and being complicit.
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