The National Government Affirmative Action Fund is under scrutiny as the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has recommended the suspension of its Chief Executive Officer to ensure a smooth probe into alleged financial misconduct.
In a letter dated January 12, 2026, EACC requested that Gender Cabinet Secretary Hanna Cheptumo suspend the NGAAF CEO for six months, pending the outcome of investigations into claims of corruption and misuse of office.
The commission said the move is necessary to prevent any interference with the ongoing probe.
The official has been summoned by the commission and is facing allegations linked to Chapter Six of the Constitution, along with possible violations of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act, and the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act.
"Pursuant to the provisions reproduced hereinbefore and to ensure that these investigations are conducted without interference, we recommend that the above-named officer be suspended from office for a period of six (6) Months from the date of receipt of this letter pending completion of our investigations," read part of the letter signed by EACC CEO Abdi Mohamud.
According to EACC, the NGAAF CEO is alleged to have accumulated unexplained wealth, misused his position, engaged in conflicts of interest, and participated in money laundering activities.
Investigators conducted court-authorized searches at the official’s home and office on January 8, 2026, seizing documents and other materials described as vital to the corruption probe.
The commission cited the Leadership and Integrity Act, its regulations, and the Public Service Code of Conduct and Ethics to justify the suspension, noting that officers facing serious allegations can be temporarily removed while investigations continue.
EACC also said suspended officers are entitled to half their pay until a determination is made.
The directive follows a raid conducted on Thursday, January 8, focusing on suspected graft, procurement irregularities, and unexplained wealth estimated at around Ksh1 billion. During the operation, investigators collected critical evidence to support their ongoing inquiries into financial misconduct during the CEO’s tenure at NGAAF.
The probe further examines irregularities that allegedly occurred while the official served as Head of Procurement at the Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation, raising questions about procurement practices in his previous role.
