EACC Regional Manager Charles Rasugu stated that the interrogation of Prof. Isaac Kosgey could last several hours, given the extensive evidence presented as part of a high-profile investigation into fraudulent multi-billion-shilling infrastructure projects at the financially strained university
Embattled Moi University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Isaac Kosgey caused a stir when he arrived at the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) regional offices in Eldoret at 9:45 a.m. on Wednesday, chauffeured in a tinted Probox vehicle. Accompanied by his elder brother and sister, the VC, appeared tense but briefly waved at journalists before being escorted to the second floor by security officers.
Prof. Kosgey signed the visitor’s book before proceeding to a grilling room, where he was met by investigators led by EACC regional manager Charles Rasugu. Speaking briefly to reporters, the VC remarked, “I will not talk now until I am through with the mission that brought me here. I believe all will be well.”
Rasugu indicated the interrogation could take hours due to the substantial evidence presented, which forms part of a high-profile investigation into fraudulent multi-billion-shilling infrastructure projects at the financially troubled university. “We are handling significant volumes of files that the VC intends to rely on for his defense. This session might last more than five or six hours,” Rasugu explained.
Financial Turmoil and Mismanagement
Moi University has been grappling with massive debts exceeding Ksh 8 billion, attributed to years of mismanagement. The institution has faced disruption in learning activities due to ongoing strikes by lecturers and non-teaching staff, who have been on strike for over 70 days protesting unpaid salaries. Prof. Kosgey has been summoned to respond to allegations of violating procurement laws and the mismanagement of staff payments.
Last Thursday, the university’s management issued suspension letters to over 1,000 academic staff for failing to report to work, despite an earlier directive for learning activities to resume on November 11. However, the University Academic Staff Union (UASU) has maintained that the strike will continue until their salary arrears are cleared.
The financial crisis has paralyzed operations at Moi University, with workers citing months without pay and accusing the administration of neglecting their grievances. Prof. Kosgey’s appearance before the EACC adds to mounting pressure on the university to address its leadership and financial challenges.
