Friday, March 14, 2025 - The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has launched an investigation into alleged bribery involving Stellah Bonareri Nyaboke Atambo, the Chief Magistrate at Thika Law Courts.
According to the commission, multiple complaints have been
lodged accusing the magistrate of soliciting and receiving bribes from accused
persons in criminal cases before her court.
EACC stated that the bribes were allegedly collected through
Patrick Njeri Muriithi, a clerk working under the magistrate.
The commission believes that money was exchanged on various
dates, raising suspicions of corruption within the judiciary.
On Thursday, March 13th, 2025, EACC officers,
armed with search warrants, conducted raids at the residences of both Atambo
and the court clerk.
The operation aimed to secure documents and evidence
relevant to the ongoing investigations.
During the search, officers recovered Ksh 2,070,000 in cash
hidden inside a laptop bag at the magistrate’s residence.
The commission suspects the money is linked to the alleged
bribery scheme.
In addition to the cash, various documents believed to be
crucial to the investigation were also seized.
Atambo and Muriithi have been taken to EACC headquarters for
questioning and to record their statements regarding the allegations.
EACC Secretary and Chief Executive Officer, Abdi A. Mohamud, confirmed the operation, reiterating the commission’s commitment to fighting corruption within the judiciary and other public offices.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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