NYERI, Kenya — The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has stepped up collaboration with National Government Administrative Units (NGAUs) in a bid to embed ethical governance, transparency, and accountability within the public service.
EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud held a high-level consultative meeting with Central Regional Commissioner Joshua Nkanatha and administrative officers from the region to strengthen joint efforts in curbing corruption and enforcing integrity standards across government operations.
According to the Commission, the discussions focused on practical frameworks for coordination between EACC and administrative officers, particularly in identifying corruption risks, enhancing reporting mechanisms, and promoting compliance with the Leadership and Integrity Act (2012) and Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Mr. Mohamud underscored the vital role of regional and sub-county administrators as the government’s link to the grassroots, saying their cooperation was crucial in upholding transparency and ensuring prudent management of public resources.
“Administrative officers are the government’s first line of accountability. Strengthening integrity at this level not only improves service delivery but also restores public trust in government institutions,” said Mr. Mohamud.
Regional Commissioner Nkanatha welcomed the partnership, pledging full support from the administrative units to ensure ethics and integrity remain central to government operations.
He called for continuous sensitization of officers on ethical standards and the need for proactive corruption prevention rather than reactive enforcement.
The EACC has, in recent months, expanded its outreach strategy, engaging regional and county administrators, public servants, and citizens to promote an integrity-driven culture in governance.
The move aligns with the Commission’s National Ethics and Corruption Policy and the government’s renewed anti-corruption agenda, which emphasizes prevention, institutional collaboration, and civic accountability.
Mr. Mohamud reiterated that the Commission would continue working closely with all arms of government to institutionalize integrity and professionalism as the foundation for effective public service delivery.
“We are building a culture where ethical conduct becomes the norm, not the exception,” he said.
The EACC’s engagement with NGAUs is part of its broader effort to ensure that public officers at all administrative levels embody transparency, uphold integrity, and protect national resources for sustainable development.
