DPP approves bribery charges against Makadara prosecutor

The Director of Public Prosecutions has approved criminal charges against Samuel Kiarie, a prosecutor based at the Makadara Law Courts, following bribery allegations investigated by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions confirmed that a review of the inquiry file forwarded by the EACC revealed sufficient and credible evidence to sustain prosecution. Kiarie faces three counts of receiving a bribe contrary to Section 6(1) read together with Section 18 of the Bribery Act.

“No individual, regardless of office, rank or position, is above the law. The ODPP will not hesitate to take decisive action against any officer who undermines the integrity of the Criminal Justice System,” the statement noted.

This reflects the constitutional mandate of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions to enforce the rule of law and protect public interest by addressing misconduct within government institutions.

In a related development the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions obtained arrest warrants for 20 individuals and eight medical facilities over an alleged KSh 28 million fraud involving the Social Health Authority. The warrants were issued by the Milimani Law Courts after the suspects failed to appear in court.

Prosecutors allege the accused orchestrated a scheme to fraudulently register medical facilities under the SHA system and submit claims for medical procedures that were never performed.

Those facing arrest warrants include Ibrahim Rashid, Ahmed Mohamud Adan, Kamsia Hassan Kala, Hawa Alinoor Malo, Naima Sheikh Ali and others. The eight medical facilities recommended for charges are Kaafi Nursing Home, Dimtu Nursing Limited, Mama Nerbeel Nursing Home, Kamsihawa Medical Centre, Adfeel Kids Care Medical Centre Limited, Julun Nursing Home, Danaba Care Hospital Limited and Alati Nursing Home.

Suspect charged in court

In a related case Harun Liluma has been charged with conspiracy to defraud, unauthorized access to computer systems and abuse of office. He pleaded not guilty before Senior Principal Magistrate Nyangena and was released on a bond of KSh 1 million with two sureties or KSh 500,000 cash bail.

The alleged offences were committed between 30 January 2025 and 25 August 2025. The case is scheduled for mention on 12 March 2026.

These developments illustrate Kenya’s proactive stance against graft, which resonates far beyond its borders. As nations across Africa and the developing world grapple with similar challenges, Kenya’s efforts could serve as a model for balancing justice with the protection of vital public services like healthcare. The coming months will reveal the full impact of these high-stakes prosecutions on the country’s fight for integrity and good governance.