NCIC Chair Calls for Urgent Probe Into Opposition MP Over Serious Allegations
The Chairperson of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission, Samuel Kobia, has formally asked the Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetang’ula, to initiate an urgent investigation into Bumula Member of Parliament Jack Wamboka.
The request follows serious allegations of bribery, intimidation, and abuse of office linked to Wamboka’s role as Chairperson of the Public Investments Committee on Governance and Education.
In a detailed letter addressed to the Speaker, Kobia expressed deep concern about the conduct of the MP during official parliamentary proceedings.
The concerns arise from recent engagements between the committee and officials from the NCIC, who had appeared before the committee as part of the review of the Auditor General’s reports for the 2021/2022 and 2023/2024 financial years.
According to Kobia, several NCIC officers who attended the sessions reported being subjected to hostile treatment. He claimed that the MP allegedly harassed, intimidated, and publicly demeaned the officials during the hearings.
Kobia argued that such behavior created an uncomfortable and threatening environment that made it difficult for public officers to contribute openly and effectively.
“This kind of conduct creates fear and embarrassment among officers, and it does not support constructive engagement or accountability,” Kobia explained in his letter. He added that the alleged actions have discouraged officers from participating freely in parliamentary oversight processes, which are essential for transparency and good governance.
Kobia further described the accusations as a serious abuse of power and a violation of constitutional principles, particularly those outlined in Chapter Six of the Constitution, which focuses on leadership and integrity.
He emphasized that leaders are expected to uphold high ethical standards and treat public servants with respect during official duties.
In his petition, the NCIC chair called for a thorough, fair, and independent investigation into the matter.
He also urged the Speaker to introduce measures that would protect public servants from harassment, coercion, or any form of intimidation when appearing before parliamentary committees.
Following the submission of the petition, the Deputy Speaker, Gladys Boss Sholei, confirmed that her office had received the complaint.
While addressing Members of Parliament, she noted that the issues raised by NCIC were serious and directly affected the integrity and credibility of parliamentary processes.
Sholei revealed that the allegations go beyond claims of harassment and include accusations of possible corruption. According to the complaint, there were suggestions that individuals seeking to appear before the committee may have been asked for inducements, raising further concerns about ethical conduct.
She warned that if these claims are proven to be true, they would amount to serious violations of the Constitution, particularly Chapter Six, as well as the Leadership and Integrity Act, both of which set strict standards for public officials.
The Deputy Speaker also disclosed that Peter Kaluma, the Member of Parliament for Homa Bay, had separately written to her office regarding the same issue. In his letter, Kaluma called for immediate action, stressing that any delay in addressing the allegations could weaken Parliament’s constitutional responsibility to provide oversight and accountability.
“Honourable Members, our rules are clear. When a matter touching on the privilege and integrity of this House is raised, it must be treated with urgency and resolved without delay,” Sholei stated.
The matter is now expected to be prioritized for investigation, as pressure mounts within Parliament to address the claims and safeguard the credibility of its oversight role.
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