Mohamud pledges firm commitment to his oath of office as he takes over as CEO at EACC
13:01:2025: The newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Mr Abdi Ahmed Mohamud, has promised to commit unambiguously and faithfully to his oath of office.
He was speaking at his swearing-in ceremony at the Supreme Court before the Chief Justice, Hon. Justice Martha Koome this morning. Mr Mohamud takes over from the former CEO, Mr. Twalib Mbarak, who exited the Commission on Friday, January 10, 2025, upon the expiry of his 6-year term.
“I wish to offer my unequivocal commitment and fidelity to the oath of Office that I subscribed to in combating corruption, economic crime, and unethical conduct in the country,” he said.
He further stated that whereas EACC will continue to enforce the law as mandated, in the future, it will prioritize tracing and recovering corruptly acquired assets, corruption prevention, and the creation of partnerships in the fight against corruption.
Mr. Mohamud said that he is acutely aware of the huge responsibility and expectations that Kenyans bestow upon the Commission and is cognizant of the adverse effects of corruption on a nation’s well-being.
The immediate former Deputy CEO committed to reinvigorating existing anti-corruption strategies and enlisting the support and participation of key actors, especially the youth.
The ceremony was attended by senior EACC Officials led by Chairperson Dr David Oginde. Also, in attendance were the Chairperson of the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee of the National Assembly (JLAC) Hon. George Murugara, Director of Criminal Investigations Mohamed Amin, Deputy Inspector General Kenya Police Service Mr Eliud Lagat and Mr Alloys Kemo, Ag—Secretary of Public Prosecutions, representing the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Igonga.
