The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested and charged Cyrus Oigoro Miencha, an accountant at the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC), over allegations of using a forged KCSE certificate to secure admission into university and later obtain public service employment benefits valued at Ksh 3.96 million.
EACC said the suspect allegedly altered his academic credentials, upgrading a C- to a C+, which enabled him to gain admission to Kisii University for a Bachelor of Commerce degree before proceeding to build a career in public service.
Alleged Use of Fraudulent Certificated for Employment Progression
Investigations further indicate that after graduating from Kisii University, the suspect allegedly used the fraudulently obtained degree certificate to secure promotion within KMTC, where he served as an accountant.
Detectives established that the academic documents formed the basis of his employment progression and salary increments over several years, resulting in the questioned benefits amounting to Ksh 3.96 million.
Upon completion of investigations, the EACC forwarded the file to the Director of Public Prosecutions, who approved prosecution.
Court Arraignment and Charges
The suspect was subsequently arraigned before the Kisii Anti-Corruption Court, where he faced charges of forgery, uttering a false document, and fraudulent acquisition of public property.
Prosecutors told the court that the alleged fraud led to unlawful earnings from public funds, prompting the additional charge of fraudulent acquisition of public property.
The Commission maintained that the case reflects ongoing efforts to curb the use of fake academic papers in public recruitment and promotions across government institutions.
The accused denied all charges when he appeared before the Kisii Anti-Corruption Court. He was released on a cash bail of Ksh 200,000 or a bond of Ksh 500,000 with a surety of similar amount.
The matter is scheduled for mention on 15 June 2026 for pre-trial directions.
EACC reiterated its commitment to fighting document fraud and safeguarding integrity in public service.
The case adds to a growing number of EACC prosecutions targeting individuals who allegedly falsify academic and professional certificates to access public employment and promotions.
