Sh38.8m Nyandarua spending under EACC probe

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has launched investigations into alleged financial misappropriation running into millions of shillings in the administration of Nyandarua Governor Kiarie Badilisha.

The investigation follows a whistleblower's report alleging that Sh38.8 million allocated to the Youth Affairs, Sports and Innovation department in the financial year ended June 30, 2025, cannot be accounted for.

According to the complaint submitted to the EACC in February, the department had a budget of Sh76.3 million, of which Sh38.8 million was allegedly misappropriated over five months between May and August 2025.

Among the activities flagged is a Sh4 million allocation for the Nyandarua County talent search, which the whistleblower claims was never undertaken.

Another Sh10 million was allocated for a recognition of prior learning programme.

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However, documents cited in the complaint show that the National Industrial Training Authority received Sh4 million. In contrast, Ol'Kalou Technical and Vocational College received Sh560,000, raising questions about the whereabouts of the remaining Sh5.4 million.

The complaint also alleges irregular procurement, through proxies of two senior county officials, for the construction of running tracks and perimeter fences at two stadia.