A whistleblower has exposed an alleged Sh200 million corruption scheme involving senior Homa Bay County officials, who are accused of siphoning public funds through fictitious road projects.
Wycliffe Omondi, an advocate for accountability in Homa Bay County, claims that top county officials fabricated pending bills for non-existent roads, diverting money meant for legitimate contractors into shell companies and personal ventures.
The Key Players and Their Alleged Schemes
The accused include:
- Mr. Alphonce Werah (Chief Officer for Finance)
- Mr. Peter Odiango (Director of Procurement)
- Mr. James Wanga (Accountant for Roads and Public Works)
- Mr. Churchill Omondi Oyamo (Procurement Officer for Roads)
According to documents seen by [Your Publication], the officials allegedly forged signatures of former county officers—including ex-Chief Officer for Finance Noah Otieno, former Procurement Director Samson Okumu, and former County Head of Accounts Dan Lieta—to approve payments for ghost road projects.
How the Money Was Funneled
- Churchill Oyamo allegedly channeled funds through TCHAVEK Enterprise Ltd, with suspicious deposits into a Family Bank account in Migori. Reports indicate he has since constructed a multi-story building in Arunda Katuma.
- James Wanga reportedly used his company, LETHI Co. Ltd, which operates M-Pesa outlets near Homa Bay Travelers Hotel and Equity Bank. Shockingly, some employees at these outlets are said to be county staff paid with taxpayer money. Wanga is also accused of building a luxurious multi-story property in Milimani.
- George Wanga, the governor’s spouse, is linked to WAPONYA Enterprise Ltd and TROIKA Enterprise Ltd, whose drivers allegedly draw salaries from county coffers.
Impact and Calls for Action
The Sh200 million theft has:
✔ Stalled critical development projects
✔ Left genuine contractors unpaid
✔ Deepened financial strain on the county
Urgent investigations are needed by:
- Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
- Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
- Auditor General’s Office
- Parliamentary Committee on Public Accounts
Additionally:
🔍 Safaricom should audit LETHI Co. Ltd’s M-Pesa transactions for money laundering.
🏦 Banks must scrutinize TCHAVEK Enterprise Ltd’s accounts.
A Test of Accountability
This scandal highlights the brazen looting of public funds and the urgent need for transparency. Homa Bay residents deserve leaders who prioritize service over self-enrichment.
As probes begin, justice must prevail to restore trust and ensure such schemes are never repeated.
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