Investigators from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission have launched a fresh operation targeting a senior official serving on the Board of Directors of the Anti-Counterfeit Authority.
The move marks another significant step in efforts to uncover alleged bribery, extortion of investors, and the sudden accumulation of unexplained wealth linked to the official.
Early Friday morning, EACC officers arrived at both the official’s home and workplace to begin a detailed search meant to gather evidence that could support the ongoing inquiry.
The commission confirmed that it is acting under valid court orders, stressing that every step being taken follows the law. In its brief statement, the agency explained that the searches were approved by the Chief Magistrate’s Anti-Corruption Court at Milimani.
The warrant, which was issued on November 13, 2025, gives investigators wide authority to access key locations connected to the official. It also makes it clear that the commission will provide a more detailed briefing once the initial operation is completed.
According to the warrant, EACC investigator John Nyagara, or any other officer appointed by the commission, is permitted to enter, search, and seize materials found in two specific premises linked to the suspect. The order outlines that the team is allowed to gather records, documents, computers, mobile phones, hard drives, flash disks, and any other electronic gadgets that may contain useful information.
Items such as jewellery, safe boxes, property agreements, and unexplained sums of money are also included in the list of materials investigators may take for analysis.
The court further authorised the use of reasonable force, but only in situations where access cannot be granted peacefully.
The search warrant is valid for 14 days, and the operation can be conducted only between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. throughout this period.
This provides investigators enough time to examine different locations and ensure that no relevant evidence is missed. The court also directed the commission to return to court on December 1, 2025, to present an inventory of all items seized and give a progress update on the investigation.
A penal notice attached to the warrant warns that anyone who attempts to obstruct or ignore the order will face legal consequences. Individuals, companies, or institutions that fail to cooperate risk up to one year in jail, a fine of up to Sh2,000, or both.
The operation has now placed the official at the centre of public attention, with many waiting to see what evidence the commission will uncover in the coming days as the investigation continues.
