EACC arrests KRA official for alleged bribery
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) official for allegedly soliciting and receiving a bribe to facilitate the irregular clearance of tax arrears and issuance of a Tax Compliance Certificate. The suspect, Hughes Obilo, an officer attached to the Debt Refunds Department in Kisumu, allegedly demanded Ksh100,000 from a […] The post EACC…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) arrested a Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) official, Hughes Obilo, for allegedly soliciting and accepting a bribe to expedite the irregular clearance of tax arrears and issuance of a Tax Compliance Certificate. The suspect, who worked in the Debt Refunds Department in Kisumu, reportedly demanded Ksh100,000 from a construction company to clear Ksh 4.5 million in outstanding tax arrears in the iTax system.
The EACC conducted an investigation and apprehended Obilo while he was receiving a bribe of Ksh 30,000. He was arrested in Kisumu on September 14, 2026, and taken to the Kisumu Central Police Station for booking and statement recording. The commission has pledged to continue fighting bribery and corruption in public service delivery points and will take strict action against individuals who misuse public office for personal gain.
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