A couple has been presented before court facing allegations of participating in a fraudulent plot that led to the embezzlement of Ksh22 million from a government-owned entity.
The legal action came after the corporation reported the theft and diversion of significant financial resources.
Investigations by the Bureau of Investigations (IB) under the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum revealed that the former assistant accountant orchestrated the conspiracy, working in collaboration with her husband and another individual before leaving her employment.
“The couple and a third conspirator were brought to court on charges that caused the misappropriation of Ksh22,151,983 from the National Oil Corporation of Kenya. Their apprehension occurred after the corporation formally reported the theft and unlawful appropriation of considerable public resources,” stated the DCI.
Authorities uncovered that the husband had created several companies that purportedly received compensation for services that were never provided.
To hide the connection between the payments and her husband’s enterprises, the assistant accountant supposedly executed the transactions using genuine documentation from valid contractors.
An additional conspirator is also said to have gained from the operation by accepting millions of shillings despite never having participated in any bidding process or having a formal relationship with the National Oil Corporation.
After the investigation concluded, the case was submitted to the ODPP, which authorized charges including conspiracy to defraud, theft by an employee, forgery, and possession of criminal proceeds.
“Upon examination, the ODPP agreed with the investigators’ proposal to indict the trio with conspiracy to defraud, theft by an employee, forgery, and possession of criminal proceeds, among other charges,” they stated.
The accused individuals were apprehended on January 28, 2026, and held at Akila Police Station. They appeared before the Kibera Law Courts and denied all allegations against them.
The court ordered their continued detention until a bail determination on February 4, 2026.
Officials highlighted that the case demonstrated the Investigations Bureau’s dedication to protecting and securing public assets.