EACC denies raiding Wetang’ula’s residence
By Faith Lagat, August 21, 2025The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that its officers raided the residence of National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula.
In a public notice issued on Thursday, August 21, the commission termed the posts as false and misleading.
“The attention of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has been drawn to misleading social media posts alleging that EACC officers raided the residence of the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Moses Wetang’ula. EACC wishes to clarify that these reports are false and misleading,” the statement read.
The commission urged the public to rely only on its official communication channels for accurate information as speculation mounted online.
Speaker’s retreat amid rumors
The denial came as Wetang’ula presided over a key retreat bringing together parliamentary leadership to review the performance of the 13th Parliament and chart the way forward for the remaining 23 months before the next General Election.
The retreat, held on Thursday, drew members of the Parliamentary Service Commission, committee chairs, speakers panel members, and senior legislators. Wetang’ula reminded MPs of the urgency of the “home stretch”, calling for renewed commitment to legislative, oversight, and representation roles.
“As the clock winds down, it behoves us, as leaders, to reinvigorate our synergies to ensure that the House achieves its mandate effectively,” he said.
He urged lawmakers to guard against absenteeism and quorum hitches that have recently disrupted business in the House. “Let’s avoid the temptation to give the public fodder; let us pay attention to the issue of quorum,” he added.
Integrity and public distrust
Although EACC’s clarification sought to put the matter to rest, the timing of the statement fuelled further scrutiny, with speculation online linking the Speaker to unresolved corruption allegations, including the 2010 Tokyo embassy scandal.
Wetang’ula was cleared of wrongdoing in 2016, but the shadow of past accusations continues to stir scepticism about the independence of institutions tasked with fighting corruption. Public debate reflects deep-seated doubts about whether the anti-graft body can act impartially when top political figures are involved.
Addressing the retreat, Wetang’ula anchored his remarks on integrity, describing it as the foundation of effective leadership.
“Without integrity, a man is nothing. Without integrity, leaders lose credibility among the people they lead. Without integrity, even the best-executed roles are without impact,” he said, stressing the need for MPs to uphold ethical standards as Parliament enters its final phase.
The unfolding debate highlights the political sensitivity surrounding corruption cases and the growing trust deficit between Kenyans and state institutions, setting the stage for a tense run-up to the next polls.