Shame on You! EACC Boss, Governor Waiguru Exchange War of Words

A war of words has broken out between the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) Chief Executive Officer Twalib Mbarak and Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru.

Waiguru is among the 241 aspirants that the anti-graft watchdog blacklisted yesterday over integrity issues.

The agency urged the electoral commission to disqualify the contenders for various elective positions in the August 9 General Election.

“Report on the integrity status of aspirants seeking various political positions. This follows an integrity verification process undertaken by the Commission in respect to 21,863 persons seeking registration as candidates for various political positions,” Twalib said in a statement.

Some of those on EACC radar either have active court cases or they are being investigated over corruption.

Waiguru is accused of faking Ksh10.6 million travel imprest and conspiracy to pay a private company in excess of Ksh50 million.

Upset by EACC allegations, Waiguru fired missiles at Twalib for allegedly weaponizing the war against corruption.

“Were it not for constitutional safeguards that separate investigations, prosecution, and adjudication, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) on behalf of their Harambee House masters would have have hanged some of us for moving to United Democratic Alliance, UDA.

“On the basis of rumor , frivolous allegations & cooked stories without the need for a trial. Fortunately culpability under our law is determined on the basis of evidence & not by them. Trying to manage electoral issues through institutional State capture won’t cut. Not in this Kenya!” she said.

In a rejoinder, Twalib remarked that it is common knowledge that Waiguru is a notorious graft suspect.

“Governor Waiguru’s comments are extremely shameful, as Kenyans know her well, including her social standing on integrity,” he said.

The county boss is defending her seat on a UDA ticket.