Kenya: Governor Otuoma Before EACC Over Graft Allegations

3 February 2026

Nairobi — Busia Governor Paul Otuoma appeared before the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) on Tuesday morning following summons over allegations of corruption at the Busia County Government.

Otuoma arrived at the EACC Western Regional Offices in Bungoma at 9:30 a.m. and is currently undergoing questioning by investigators.

The appearance comes amid ongoing probes into alleged irregularities in county operations.

The EACC has not yet disclosed further details regarding the specific nature of the allegations or the expected duration of the investigation.

AllAfrica publishes around 500 reports a day from more than 80 news organizations and over 500 other institutions and individuals, representing a diversity of positions on every topic. We publish news and views ranging from vigorous opponents of governments to government publications and spokespersons. Publishers named above each report are responsible for their own content, which AllAfrica does not have the legal right to edit or correct.

Articles and commentaries that identify allAfrica.com as the publisher are produced or commissioned by AllAfrica. To address comments or complaints, please Contact us.