By Ongaga Ongaga
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has intensified its crackdown on graft with a high-profile raid targeting Patrick Analo Akivaga, Chief Officer for Urban Development and Planning at the Nairobi City County Government.
On Thursday, EACC detectives stormed Mr. Akivaga’s residence in Syokimau, Machakos County, as part of ongoing investigations into alleged corruption and economic crimes.
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The operation, conducted under the Commission’s mandate to safeguard public resources, was prompted by suspicions of conflict of interest, abuse of office, bribery, and possession of unexplained assets.
According to the Commission, Mr. Akivaga is alleged to have received “millions of shillings in cash and M-Pesa deposits,” raising serious questions about the legitimacy of his income streams.
Investigators are scrutinizing whether these funds can be linked to irregular dealings within the Nairobi City County Government.
“The Commission is investigating allegations of conflict of interest, abuse of office, bribery, and possession of unexplained assets,” the EACC statement noted, underscoring the seriousness of the probe.
Officials added that the search was aimed at securing documentary and electronic evidence to support possible prosecution and recovery of illicit wealth.
The raid comes amid growing public concern over corruption in county governments, where senior officials have often been accused of leveraging their positions for personal gain.
Analysts say the case could set a precedent for how the Commission tackles unexplained wealth among public officers.
EACC emphasized that investigations are still underway and that appropriate action will follow once the inquiry is complete. “
If charges are eventually filed, Mr. Akivaga could face prosecution under Kenya’s anti-corruption laws, with the possibility of asset recovery measures being pursued to reclaim public wealth.
