- The EACC arrested a Bungoma teacher over allegations of demanding money from unemployed teachers in exchange for help securing TSC jobs
- Investigators allege that the teacher demanded KSh 100,000 from each complainant, totalling KSh 300,000
- The suspect was booked at Bungoma Police Station as investigations continue and could face charges under the Anti-Bribery Act, 2016
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The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a teacher at Friends School Kamusinga Boys High School in Bungoma County over allegations of demanding money from unemployed teachers by promising to help them secure jobs through the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
Source: UGC
The suspect, identified as Lilian Nelima Buluma, was arrested on Monday, October 12, following preliminary investigations into complaints that she had solicited bribes from three unemployed teachers.
According to the EACC, Buluma allegedly demanded KSh 100,000 from each of the three complainants, bringing the total amount to KSh 300,000.
Investigators established that the suspect had allegedly received KSh 150,000 through M-Pesa as part of the money demanded.
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Why was Bungoma teacher Lilian Buluma arrested?
The commission said Buluma purported to have connections within the TSC and other government offices that would enable her to facilitate the recruitment of the unemployed teachers.
Her arrest followed investigations into the complaints lodged with the anti-graft agency over the alleged scheme.
Following her arrest, Buluma was processed at the EACC Western Regional Office before being booked at Bungoma Police Station as investigations continued.
The commission indicated that the suspect could face charges of requesting and receiving a bribe, contrary to Section 6 as read with Section 18 of the Anti-Bribery Act, 2016.
However, the allegations remain subject to investigation, and any charges would need to be established through the relevant legal process.
What did EACC say after the teacher's arrest?
The EACC reiterated its commitment to combating corruption and promoting integrity in public service, warning against practices that undermine fair access to employment opportunities.
The case comes amid continued efforts to address corruption involving individuals who allegedly exploit job seekers by claiming they can influence recruitment into public institutions.
The TSC is responsible for recruiting and managing teachers in Kenya's public education system. Unemployed teachers seeking employment are advised to rely on official recruitment procedures and report suspected bribery or fraudulent recruitment offers to the relevant authorities.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
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