Kenya Power Employee Arrested for Allegedly Demanding Bribe to Reconnect Electricity
A Kenya Power employee has been arrested for allegedly soliciting a bribe to restore electricity at a Nairobi business premises.
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) confirmed that the suspect, identified as Joshua Wasakha Wangeni, was caught during an operation after he reportedly demanded a bribe of Ksh 300,000 from a complainant.
According to the EACC, the suspect had disconnected electricity at a godown in Nairobi and demanded the hefty bribe as a “facilitation fee” to restore power.
After negotiations, the amount was reduced to Ksh 200,000. However, the complainant declined to pay the revised figure and instead reported the incident to the EACC.
Acting on the complaint, EACC officers launched a sting operation and apprehended Wangeni while he was allegedly receiving the bribe.
The arrest underscores the commission’s ongoing efforts to crack down on corruption and bribery within essential service sectors, such as electricity provision.
Following the arrest, the suspect was taken to Kilimani Police Station, where he was detained. However, he was later released on police bail as investigations into the matter continue.
The EACC reiterated its commitment to addressing bribery at service delivery points, a practice that has frustrated many Kenyans seeking public services.
The commission encouraged citizens to report such cases, emphasizing that holding corrupt individuals accountable is critical to improving service delivery across the country.
This incident highlights the persistent challenges of corruption within key institutions and the importance of sustained efforts to promote integrity and accountability in public service.
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