Kenya: EACC Goes After Moi University

But the VC, Professor Isaac Kosgey, has refuted corruption claims by EACC, saying he only took over the helm three years ago.

“Moi University is doing very well. The only thing that is there is that we are dealing with a lot of historical issues among other challenges that affect universities across the country. There isn’t anything of great concern…what I know all is well at the university,” he said.

He invited the EACC and other stakeholders to visit the institution and assess its development record.

“All stakeholders are invited…to make informed opinions instead of relying on hearsay,” he said.

Last week, the university’s academic staff, through the Moi University UASU chapter, raised alarm over alleged delays in the remittances from their employer to financial institutions in the past two years, reportedly leading to most of them being black-listed by banks.

The dons, who threatened to down their tools, further complained about key managers doing their jobs while in an acting capacity.

“Most of those in the management are in acting roles such as the finance officer and cannot make crucial decisions. We want to appeal to all stakeholders like ministry to intervene so that they can have them confirmed to the positions to boost delivery of services,” added the union officials.

Last month, Moi University admitted that it is in a financial hole like most public varsities, but indicated that it was working on a number of initiatives to improve its cash flow. These include scaling down its satellite campuses and venturing into income generating activities such as apple farming.