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Corridors-of-power24 July 2026 - 04:59

County official goes into hiding

Claims emerged that he purportedly pocketed millions of shillings meant to influence MCAs to pass a controversial tax Bill

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by JULIUS OTIENO
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A senior county official has gone into hiding after claims emerged that he purportedly pocketed millions of shillings meant to influence MCAs to pass a controversial tax Bill. The proposed law had faced stiff opposition from activists and a majority of ward representatives. Sources say the governor tasked the official with facilitating support for the legislation. However, the officer allegedly disappeared before delivering the cash, leaving the county leadership in panic as time runs out to secure the Bill's passage.

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