Ksh12 Million Among Items Seized During Raid On Governor Wamatangi's Home
In addition to the local currency, detectives also seized USD13,000, equivalent to approximately Ksh1.68 million.
Marvin Chege 
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has revealed that it managed to recover millions of shillings following the raid at Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi's residence on Tuesday morning, April 15, on the way to arresting the county boss.
According to EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud, investigators recovered Ksh13 million in cash from the governor's residence, which the anti-corruption agency suspects to be proceeds from illicit activities. In addition to the local currency, detectives also seized USD13,000, equivalent to approximately Ksh1.68 million.
Mohamud stated that the recovered funds, along with other evidence gathered, will be used to build a case and prosecute those implicated in the corruption scandal.
Photo of EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud. /EACC
"Today's operation has resulted in the recovery of critical evidentiary material to support ongoing investigations. This includes the seizure of KES 12 million and USD 13,000 in cash from the residence of Governor Kimani Wamatangi, which is suspected to be proceeds of corruption," the statement revealed.
"Upon conclusion of the investigation, the findings will guide the appropriate course of action, which may include the prosecution of any individuals found culpable, the forfeiture of unexplained assets, and the confiscation of proceeds linked to corruption."
Wamatangi was arrested at his residence early Tuesday and taken to the EACC headquarters under heavy security.
The embattled governor was seen waving to residents from the back seat of an SUV as detectives escorted him for questioning. Commotion at the scene forced police to fire tear gas in an attempt to disperse a gathering crowd.
The EACC confirmed that the arrest is part of an ongoing probe into suspected financial and procurement misconduct within the Kiambu County Government.
Alongside the governor, nine senior county officials were also detained. They are facing charges related to conflict of interest, irregular procurement, and abuse of office tied to a Ksh230 million contract for the supply, installation, and support of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
The officials are further accused of conducting business with the county government and receiving Ksh1.5 billion through irregular procurement procedures and non-existent supplies, breaching public finance and procurement regulations.
Among those arrested with the governor are the County Secretary, the CECs for Finance and Lands, the Chief Officer for Finance, directors from the Supply Chain and Revenue departments, a clerical officer, and the director of the company that was awarded the controversial contract.
