Director of Criminal Investigations George Kinoti now says he will ensure someone is jailed for engaging in economic crimes and some related activities contrary to the law.
At Lamu on Monday, Kinoti insisted the war against corruption would not stop despite murmurs from a section of politicians allied to Deputy President William Ruto.
Over the weekend, Kinoti was subject of discussion with Senate Majority Leader Kipchumba Murkomen insisting that Mr Kinoti is not being sincere in his approach.
“I will not be blackmailed, and I will not keep off,” he said. “Tell those who are abusing me in political rallies that Kinoti is unshakeable, and that I will not allow billionaires to enjoy their ill-gotten wealth in peace.”
“The days of sacred cows are over,” Mr Kinoti said. “We will no longer allow economic saboteurs to dictate to us what to do. They will be sent to Kamiti.”
Already, President Uhuru Kenyatta has reiterated that his commitment in the war against graft is unstoppable, adding that he has faith in the DCI and DPP who are spearheading the fight.
“This war (on graft) will not be won in funerals and weddings or anywhere else,” said the President. “We have those who have been tasked with the responsibility of fighting that battle. And I, as well as other Kenyans, believe that those people are capable of doing that work.”
So far, no major convictions have been made despite high profile arrests in the past one year by the DCI. But Mr Kinoti is confident that he will manage to nail those involved in the crime.
Deputy President William Ruto has openly opposed the DCI, a move that could further derail the graft war, contrary to President Uhuru Kenyatta's expectations.