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February 13, 2026
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Top Govt Official Under Investigation Over Millions Spent in Housewarming Party

Top Govt Official Under Investigation Over Millions Spent in Housewarming Party

The developments come after the Senate Public Accounts Committee (PAC) also flagged financial irregularities in the accounts of the county and invited EACC to immediately launch investigations...

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The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has launched an investigation into the alleged misuse of public funds in Vihiga County after claims emerged that Ksh5 million was spent on a housewarming party for the County Speaker. The probe follows concerns raised during a Senate Public Accounts Committee (PAC) session and previous questions from the Auditor-General regarding county expenditures.

  • Ksh5 million was allegedly spent on a housewarming party at the Vihiga County Speaker's residence.
  • The EACC is investigating the alleged unwarranted lavish spending of public funds and whether county resources were used for a private function.
  • The commission has requested various financial and procurement documents from the Vihiga County Government and Vihiga County Assembly, including fund requests, approvals, and procurement records.
  • This is not the first time Vihiga County has faced scrutiny from the EACC, with a 2019 Corruption Risk Assessment report highlighting numerous financial mismanagement issues.

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