Orange Democratic Movement party has hatched a plan to perhaps tame Deputy President William Ruto's huge donations to churches and schools during fundraisers.
Minority Leader John Mbadi, in Public Officer Ethics amendment 2019 Act, wants EACC to receive returns every two years from state officers, stating their assets and liabilities.
“A public officer who contributes an amount exceeding Sh100,000 to a public collection or harambee shall file a return with the commission stating the source of the funds within 14 days of such contribution,” reads part of the proposed amendment.
“EACC should not just be receiving forms but should be empowered to determine the truth, accuracy based on an actual lifestyle of the public officer,” Mbadi said
The amendment is specifically targeting Dr Ruto and his allies, who donate huge sums during fundraisers. The Act will however have to go through parliament first.
In previous outings, Dr Ruto has often defended his contributions to churches, arguing that it's an appreciation to the community based on his life journey.
“There are people who sometimes shock us by asking why we go to churches and why we donate towards church projects. But if you investigate these people, they spend their money on witchcraft,” Ruto told a church gathering in Kayole as quoted by the Standard.
For years now, the DP has been battling corruption tag, often raised by Raila Odinga, over his frequent donations to churches and schools. Mr Odinga has often accused him of money laundering.