- The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) was investigating Nandi County over alleged recruitment of air workers
- A day after raiding Nandi county, the public property protection agency revealed 352 similar cases across the country while shedding light on the evils in the county
- EACC spokesperson Eric Ngumbi pointed out that MCAs have abandoned their responsibility to ensure accountability and are instead immersed in dealing with personal interests
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has raided the offices of the county Nandi investigate allegations of gross misconduct regarding the salaries and employment of air workers.
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What did the EACC say about the theft of public money
The public property watchdog found that counties are using several methods to loot public money instead of making progress, Citizen Digital reported.
A day after raiding Nandi county, KBC reported that EACC had uncovered 352 similar cases across the country.
On Friday, October 4, EACC spokesperson Eric Ngumbi acknowledged the scandal and pointed out that many counties facing wage bills were caused by governors taking control of certain departments, such as County Public Service Boards, to control recruitment.
He pointed out that the MCAs have abandoned their responsibilities and instead engaged in selfish activities such as looking for jobs for their friends, family and associates, which makes them unable to manage the county.
What tactics do counties use to steal public money?
- Recruiting air workers who earn huge salaries but only exist on paper.
- Excessive employment – involves hiring relatives and political assistants.
- Being hired or promoted to leadership positions using forged professional certificates.
- Retaining salary workers who left the county for work abroad or retired.
- Multiple jobs – People who hold several jobs in different counties.
- Hiring workers who are not qualified for the work they do.
- Some employees earn more than their grade level by being placed in higher grades.
Why Nandi residents camped outside the county assembly buildings
A week ago, Nandi residents camped outside the county assembly, demanding leadership reform and accountability from MCAs and elected officials.
The protesters accused the County Executive Committee Members (CECMs) of incompetence and demanded their resignation due to poor governance and stalled operations.
Governor Stephen Sang faced heavy criticism, with residents accusing him of corruption, favoritism, and hiring air workers, including family members.
MCAs were also targeted by the protesters who claimed that they participated in supporting corruption within the county government.
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