Judiciary to Partner with EACC, Police to Combat Corruption: Chief Justice Koome
“We will work closely with the EACC and the police to fight brokers who negotiate bribes on behalf of judges and magistrates, as well as those judicial officers who broker bribes themselves.
Chief Justice Martha Koome has reaffirmed the judiciary’s commitment to partnering with the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and the police to crack down on corruption, particularly targeting intermediaries and judicial officers involved in bribery.
Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony of EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi A. Mohamud at the Supreme Court building, Justice Koome vowed to eliminate corrupt practices within the judiciary.
“We will work closely with the EACC and the police to fight brokers who negotiate bribes on behalf of judges and magistrates, as well as those judicial officers who broker bribes themselves. The integrity of our justice system must be upheld,” said Chief Justice Koome.
EACC CEO Pledges Aggressive Anti-Corruption Measures
During the ceremony, the newly appointed EACC CEO, Abdi A. Mohamud, emphasized his resolve to recover proceeds of crime from civil servants found guilty of corruption.
“We will ensure that all assets acquired through corrupt means are recovered. Public resources must serve the people, not line the pockets of a few,” said Mohamud.
He further committed to addressing bribery across various sectors in the country, citing examples such as traffic police officers and Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) officials who demand bribes to offer services.
“The fight against bribery will be comprehensive and relentless. No sector will be spared,” he added.
High-Level Support for Anti-Corruption Initiatives
The event was attended by senior law enforcement officials, including the Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), signaling a unified approach to tackling corruption.
The collaboration between the judiciary, the EACC, and law enforcement agencies is expected to bolster efforts to eradicate corruption and restore public trust in key institutions across the country.
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