Former Governor of Samburu Moses Lenolkulal found guilty of conflict of interest and fraudulent acquisition of public property.
Former Samburu Governor Moses Lenolkulal and 12 others found guilty in the Sh84 million Oryx Filling Station scandal. Lenolkulal becomes the first ex-governor to be convicted in an anti-corruption case.
Lenolkulal has been found guilty of corruptly receiving Ksh84 million for the supply of petroleum products to Samburu County during his tenure. The former governor becomes the first county boss to be convicted in a graft case.
The ruling, delivered by Chief Magistrate Thomas Nzyoki on Wednesday, August 28, marks a significant moment in Kenya’s fight against corruption, though it also highlighted the complexities surrounding legal interpretations of public office conduct.
He was charged alongside 12 others, who the court found guilty of abuse of office among other charges.
