Mwala MP Dr Vincent Musyoka has raised concerns over what he terms as slow pace in investigations and prosecution of individuals named in graft scandals.
Speaking to the media at Mwala town yesterday, the MP accused the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) for taking too long in investigating and possible prosecution of individuals named in EACC list.
The MP noted that the slow pace is worrying most Kenyans who want to see action taken against corrupt government officials and stolen public funds recovered.
Dr Musyoka said that failure by the two agencies to meet President Uhuru Kenyatta’s 60 day ultimatum on investigations and prosecution of named individuals is a clear indication that the two agencies are working slowly.
“The EACC and the office of the DPP should give a clear reason to why they are taking too long to present graft individuals in court,” he said.
The MP said that the slow pace on graft files will hamper the fight against corruption.
At the same time, Dr Musyoka wants opposition leaders to help the government fight corruption.
Musyoka said that the opposition must stop its criticism and provide ideas on how the government can seal loopholes that give leeway to graft.
He said that the fight against corruption will be effective if all leaders and Kenyans are involved.
Several government officials named in the EACC list are being probed over graft allegations with several already charged in court.