“Do Not Use Public Resources, Offices For Campaigns!” – EACC Warns Politicians
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has warned political aspirants against using public resources and state offices for campaigns ahead of the 2027 General Election.
The commission signalled an early push to regulate campaign conduct, before the official election period begins, amid signs of rising political activity across the country.
Speaking during a training forum in Nakuru, EACC chairperson David Oginde emphasised that both serving leaders and those seeking office must refrain from misusing taxpayer-funded resources for political gain.
“We would like to warn all political aspirants, those who are sitting or those who want to be elected, that they do not use public resources or public offices for their campaigns,” he said.
Additionally, the EACC raised concern over the rise of corruption, describing it as one of the most pressing challenges facing the country.
EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud said corruption ranked second only to youth unemployment among the country’s most serious national issues.
He called for a multi-agency approach in tackling the issue, stressing that no single institution can effectively address it alone.
Mohamud urged stakeholders to collaborate in developing practical and sustainable solutions to curb corruption.
The warnings come amid intensifying political activity ahead of the 2027 polls as leaders increasingly engage in public mobilisation.
Tharaka Nithi Member of Parliament George Murugara urged politicians to focus on service delivery instead of engaging in premature campaigns.
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Murugara cautioned leaders against engaging in hate speech and incitement, noting that such actions are prohibited under the law and undermine national cohesion.
He called on law enforcement agencies to remain vigilant and ensure that those who violate laws are held accountable as political activity gathers momentum.
“I would tell politicians to avoid hate speech. It is not allowed in the country. We have a law that bars hate speech and any other form of abuse of national cohesion,” he said.
“Incitement is a criminal offence. I would urge all the law enforcement agencies to be on the lookout, so that whoever breaches the law is brought to book.”
“Do Not Use Public Resources, Offices For Campaigns!” – EACC Warns Politicians
