Kenyans react to news EACC found KSh65.3 million “misplaced” from Nairobi County coffers

Detectives from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) raided a residence in Syokimau on Thursday, June 4, 2026, as part of an investigation targeting a senior Nairobi County official over alleged corruption and unexplained wealth.

During the operation, investigators recovered cash amounting to KSh65.3 million from the home and a vehicle linked to Patrick Analo Akivaga, Nairobi County’s Chief Officer for Urban Development and Planning.

Millions Recovered During Raid

According to the EACC, the money included KSh51.3 million in cash and USD113,000, estimated at approximately KSh14 million. Detectives reported that the funds were found inside the residence and in the boot of Akivaga’s vehicle.

The commission said the recovery forms part of ongoing investigations into allegations of bribery, conflict of interest, and the acquisition of assets believed to be disproportionate to the official’s known sources of income.

Additional Evidence Seized

Beyond the cash, investigators confiscated a range of documents and electronic devices believed to be relevant to the inquiry.

Among the items recovered were title deeds, motor vehicle logbooks, laptops, tablets, mobile phones, land and vehicle sale agreements, and Nairobi County development approval documents.

The EACC indicated that the materials will be examined as part of efforts to establish the source of the funds and determine whether any laws were violated.

Previous Scrutiny

Akivaga has previously attracted public attention over matters linked to urban planning and development approvals within Nairobi County.

His name surfaced earlier this year following the collapse of a 16-storey building in South C that claimed four lives. Reports at the time raised questions about approvals allegedly issued despite concerns over compliance and safety requirements.

The latest developments also come amid increased scrutiny of Nairobi County leadership, with several senior officials facing legal and governance-related challenges in recent months.

Public Reaction

News of the raid quickly generated widespread discussion online, with many Kenyans questioning why such large sums of money would be stored at a private residence.

Others called for thorough investigations and accountability, arguing that corruption within planning and development departments can have long-term consequences for public safety and urban growth.

The EACC has emphasised that the matter remains under investigation and that the findings will guide any decisions regarding prosecution or the recovery of assets suspected to have been acquired unlawfully.

For now, investigators continue to analyse the evidence collected during the Syokimau operation as they seek to establish the origin of the recovered funds and the circumstances surrounding their possession.