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- The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) secures High Court orders to preserve $460,000 seized in connection with the investigation into former Cabinet Secretary and Marsabit Governor Ukur Yatani.
- Funds confiscated from Yatani’s nephew amid suspicions of corruption or unexplained wealth; court grants freezing orders for six months, citing concerns of potential money laundering and the need for further investigation.
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has secured High Court orders to preserve $460,000 (Ksh.62,100,000), funds seized in connection with the ongoing probe into former Cabinet Secretary and Marsabit Governor Ukur Yatani.
This sum, consisting of 4,600 USD 100 bills, was confiscated from his nephew, Ibrae Doko Yatani.
Issued by Justice Esther Maina on Friday, May 3, the freezing orders will remain effective for six months.
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The court’s decision to preserve the funds stems from reasonable suspicions raised by the EACC regarding their potential association with corruption or unexplained wealth.
Noting the possibility of money laundering, the commission emphasized the necessity of investigating the source of these funds, particularly given Ibrae Doko Yatani’s alleged receipt of irregular payments totaling Ksh.71,790,897 from the Marsabit County Government via his company, Al Habib Enterprises.
Concerned that releasing the funds without proper authorization could jeopardize potential forfeiture proceedings and impede the investigation, the EACC sought the court’s intervention to maintain custody of the cash.
This measure aims to prevent any attempt by Ibrae Doko Yatani to dispose of or transfer the funds, thereby safeguarding public interests.
Moreover, the seized funds are slated to serve as crucial evidence should criminal charges be brought forth.
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Ukur Yatani, along with Marsabit Governor Mohamud Mohamed Ali, key county officials, and close family members, remains under scrutiny for various alleged offenses, including embezzlement, abuse of power, procurement irregularities, conflicts of interest, and unexplained wealth.