The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested four members of the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) Committee in Gatundu North Constituency for allegedly demanding a Sh300,000 bribe from a contractor to approve payment of Sh9.1 million for completed school projects.
The suspects Annah Mugure Njoroge, Susan Wanjiru Muchiri, Stephen Waititu Mungai and James Kibe Ngige were apprehended on Wednesday 25th February 2026, following a sting operation mounted by the anti-graft agency. According to EACC, the four allegedly solicited the bribe in exchange for facilitating payment for works undertaken at Karure Primary School. 
Investigations indicate that the contractor had completed three projects at the institution, including the construction of a modern kitchen, levelling and landscaping works, and renovation of an administration block and six classrooms. The works were finalised on January 31, 2026, after which the contractor submitted a formal request for payment.
However, the committee members allegedly withheld approval of the payment, citing unspecified concerns. On February 23, 2026, the complainant reportedly met three of the suspects, who allegedly demanded Sh300,000 to avoid raising objections to the release of funds.
EACC detectives conducted an operation on February 25, 2026, during which the suspects were arrested at Karure Primary School while allegedly receiving Sh250,000 from the contractor. They were taken to the Integrity Centre for processing and later booked at Kilimani Police Station.
The four were subsequently released on a cash bail of Sh40,000 each as investigations continue. The Commission reiterated its commitment to rooting out corruption in public service delivery and safeguarding the prudent use of public resources.
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