EACC Arrests Man Accused of Posing as Investigator to Extort Sh2 Million Bribe
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a man accused of impersonating one of its investigators and attempting to extort millions of shillings from a company director by falsely claiming to influence an ongoing corruption probe.
In a statement released on Monday, the anti-graft agency said the suspect, identified as Felix Manyaga Mogaka, was apprehended during an operation conducted on June 22, 2026, after he allegedly demanded a bribe from a contractor working with the Narok County Government.
According to EACC, Mogaka contacted the director of a company that had secured a contract with the county government and falsely presented himself as an investigator attached to the Commission. He allegedly informed the director that the company was under investigation for corruption-related offences and claimed he could intervene to halt further action.
The suspect later arranged a meeting with the company director at a hotel, where he reportedly demanded Sh2 million in exchange for stopping the alleged investigation.
The matter was reported to the EACC, prompting detectives to launch a covert operation aimed at apprehending the suspect.
The operation culminated in Mogaka’s arrest while allegedly receiving Sh200,000, which investigators said was part of the money he had demanded from the complainant.
“EACC mounted an operation that led to the arrest of the suspect while receiving Sh200,000, part of the alleged bribe. Investigations have confirmed that he is not an employee of the Commission,” the agency said.
The suspect is currently being processed at the Integrity Centre in Nairobi as investigators finalize inquiries before possible prosecution.
The arrest comes amid growing concerns over fraudsters exploiting the names of public institutions to extort money from unsuspecting members of the public and business owners.
The anti-corruption agency used the incident to caution Kenyans against dealing with individuals claiming to be EACC officers outside official channels.
The Commission emphasized that all official summons are issued in writing and require individuals to appear at designated EACC offices. It further clarified that its officers do not conduct investigative meetings in hotels or request payments to influence investigations or legal processes.
“EACC does not solicit payments to stop investigations, alter findings, or influence the outcome of any matter under investigation,” the Commission noted.
The agency urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report anyone using the EACC’s name to engage in fraud, extortion, or other criminal activities.
The Commission encouraged victims and witnesses to report such incidents through its toll-free hotline or official communication channels to assist in the fight against corruption and related offences.
The latest arrest highlights ongoing efforts by the anti-graft agency to crack down on individuals seeking to exploit public trust in government institutions for personal gain.
If charged and convicted, the suspect could face serious criminal penalties under Kenyan laws governing impersonation, obtaining money by false pretences, and corruption-related offences.
Investigations into the matter remain ongoing.
