Nairobi, Kenya – Ferdinand Waititu, the former governor of Kiambu County, has been denied bond as he appeals a 12-year prison sentence handed down in February 2025 for his role in a Sh. 588 million road tender scam. The ruling, reported via a post on X by MRSMuruguu, marks another chapter in a high-profile corruption case that has gripped the nation since investigations began in 2017.
Waititu was convicted on charges of conflict of interest and dealing with suspect property after it was revealed that his company, Saika Two Estate Developers, corruptly received over Sh. 25 million from Testimony Enterprises, a firm that secured the irregular tender during his tenure. The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) spearheaded the probe, uncovering a web of illicit dealings that ultimately led to Waititu’s downfall.
Once a prominent political figure in Kiambu County, Waititu now faces the prospect of serving his full sentence as the courts signal Kenya’s intensifying crackdown on corruption. The denial of bond underscores the judiciary’s firm stance on accountability, even as Waititu’s legal team continues to fight the conviction. This case serves as a stark reminder of the consequences awaiting public officials who abuse their positions for personal gain.