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A High Court judge extended orders preventing the EACC and DPP from arresting Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi over graft allegations until October 08, directing him to file submissions within seven days while investigations continue.
Kiambu, Kenya — 2025-09-18 10:00 EAT. The High Court has extended conservatory orders stopping the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) from arresting or charging Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi over corruption claims until October 08, 2025.
Justice Chacha Mwita directed Wamatangi to file written submissions within seven days
Court to decide on October 08 whether to lift the orders or let prosecutors proceed.
Orders stem from July ruling granting temporary protection pending full hearing
April 15, 2025: EACC raided Wamatangi’s home and offices over alleged embezzlement and conflict of interest.
Nine senior county officials arrested; claimed raids were politically motivated
Governor maintains charges aim to undermine his administration.
Conservatory orders: Maintain status quo until court determines legality of investigations.
Constitutional rights: Article 50 guarantees fair hearing before adverse action.
Anti-corruption framework: EACC and DPP derive powers from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Act and Constitution Article 157.
Justice Mwita: Balanced need for due process with investigative mandate of EACC/DPP.
Governor Wamatangi: Claims case is politically motivated; vows to continue county projects.
County officials: Demand transparency in anti-graft investigations.
Raid date: April 15, 2025.
Hearing date: October 08, 2025.
Officials arrested: Nine senior county staff.
Governance: Case may disrupt county service delivery if escalated.
Politics: Allegations could shape 2027 election narratives.
Legal precedent: Tests balance between anti-graft powers and individual rights.
Whether EACC has completed investigations or uncovered new evidence.
If prosecutors will seek to lift orders after October 08 hearing.
Possible political ramifications within Kiambu County Assembly.
2025-04-15: EACC raids Wamatangi’s premises.
2025-07: Initial conservatory orders issued.
2025-09-18: Orders extended to October 08.
Court’s October 08 ruling on lifting or extending orders.
EACC probe findings and DPP’s next steps.
Political fallout in Kiambu leadership ahead of 2027 polls.
