Kenyan Senator's Urgent Call for Action Against Corruption

Kenyan Senator Calls for Stronger Action Against Corruption NAIROBI, Kenya – Senator Kiprotich Arap Cherargei has urged for a more robust approach to tackling corruption in Kenya, arguing that prayer alone is insufficient. Speaking on Spice FM, Cherargei highlighted the need for active legal action, placing responsibility on the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI). "We cannot simply pray for corruption to end—we must actively fight it," he stated. He cited the case of the Juja MP, where allegations of a self-staged abduction have raised concerns about the integrity of political leaders. Furthermore, Cherargei described an incident where members of parliament were denied access to Koimburi, hindering their ability to investigate and report back to the house. This denial, he suggested, points to a broader issue of obstruction in the fight against corruption. Cherargei's comments reflect a growing sentiment among Kenyans demanding greater transparency and accountability from their leaders. The incidents he highlighted underscore the complexities and challenges involved in combating deep-rooted corruption within the political system.