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March 4, 2026
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Court Quashes Corruption Case Against Governor Natembeya, Citing Unlawful EACC Tactics

Court Quashes Corruption Case Against Governor Natembeya, Citing Unlawful EACC Tactics

In a significant legal victory for Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, Justice Bahati Mwamuye has ruled that the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) employed unlawful tactics during the high-profile investigation into the alleged embezzlement of KSh 1.4 billion. The c..

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The High Court has quashed a KSh 1.4 billion corruption case against Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, ruling that the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) used unlawful tactics. The court found that the Governor's rights were violated, including denial of access to his advocates during his arrest on May 20, 2025.

  • Alleged embezzlement of KSh 1.4 billion.
  • Key figures: Governor George Natembeya, EACC, Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
  • Investigation focused on three county projects: Kenyatta Stadium rehabilitation, new county offices construction, and Tom Mboya Hospital upgrading.

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