EACC Recovers Ksh708,664 from Former Homa Bay County Official
EACC secured a court order to recover Ksh708,664 from former Homa Bay County employee Ms. Evelyne Adhiambo Ogweno and payroll officer Maurice Ochieng Wambo.
In Brief
- •EACC secured a court order to recover Ksh708,664 from former Homa Bay County employee Ms. Evelyne Adhiambo Ogweno and payroll officer Maurice Ochieng Wambo.
- •The amount represents double salaries paid between February 2015 and May 2018.
- •The High Court judgment was issued on 18 September 2026.
- •The recovery is part of a broader investigation that uncovered Ksh42,249,988 lost through payroll fraud.
- •EACC is pursuing prosecution of officials responsible for the fraud.
Why It Matters
The recovery of Ksh708,664 demonstrates the Kenyan government’s commitment to reclaiming misappropriated public funds and holding officials accountable for payroll fraud. By restoring these funds, the state can better allocate resources to public services and deter future corruption. The case also highlights the role of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission in enforcing financial integrity within county governments.
Key Details
- Recovered Amount
- Ksh708,664
- Judgment Date
- 18 September 2026
- Period of Double Salaries
- February 2015 – May 2018
- Total Lost via Payroll Fraud
- Ksh42,249,988
- Individuals Involved
- Ms. Evelyne Adhiambo Ogweno, Maurice Ochieng Wambo
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