EDITORIAL: The EACC should support its bark with a bite

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission was singularly invisible in the new campaign against corruption. The Criminal Investigations Branch and the Director of Public Prosecutions literally stole the thunder, pushing for high-profile cases.

It is for this reason that the talks were numerous for the commission to be dissolved; Thus, we take note when the commission undertakes to revive and conclude investigations into several cases involving governors and other senior government officials.

Already, a president and a former governor have been brought to court to face charges of corruption, signaling a renewed commitment to kill the dragon.

In addition, the commission reopened some 35 cases with legal proceedings. We ask for speed and thoroughness in investigations.

The reopening of files is not enough. It's also not rewarding to give simple survey warnings.

What is crucial is to conduct proper interrogations and gather sufficient evidence to support trials in the courts.

Often, many cases collapse due to lack of evidence from shady investigations.

It is encouraging that the judiciary has organized itself to deal quickly with corruption and economic crimes.

Chief Justice David Maraga ruled that all economic and corruption crimes would be clbadified and handled by specialized courts in Nairobi;

Previously, such cases dragged on because of inefficiency and the deceit of lawyers, which slowed down the fight against corruption

. Meanwhile, the president of the EACC, Eliud Wabukala, has revisited an issue that is largely understated, but it is essential to eliminate the transplant.

All those with corrupt cases pending should not be allowed to argue for political and other public office.

Paradoxically, although this provision exists in law, it is never applied.

The Electoral Commission and Electoral Boundaries never prevents anyone from challenging a political seat for corruption.

Courts are also quick to issue injunctions prohibiting candidates from being challenged on the grounds of corruption.

In this regard, the EACC will have to work with the other institutions to enforce this rule.

It is too early to say, but we urge the EACC to act with and conduct appropriate investigations into all cases of corruption and to ensure that suspects are brought to justice to face charges criminal. EACC must stop barking, he must bite to justify his existence.