The Office of the Auditor General (OAG) has responded to corruption allegations involving its officers. The allegations claim that some officers demanded bribes from school principals.
According to the claims, the alleged bribes ranged between Ksh 400,000 and Ksh 1.5 million. The payments were allegedly sought in exchange for favourable school audit reports. However, the OAG has distanced itself from the allegations.
Auditor General Calls for Evidence
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu addressed the allegations on Thursday, September 24, 2026. Gathungu said her office takes the allegations seriously.
She also urged anyone with relevant information to report the matter. This includes school heads and members of the public with evidence.
Additionally, she called for the reports to reach the appropriate authorities. The authorities can then investigate the allegations and establish the facts.
OAG Urges Public to Report Cases
The Auditor General’s office encouraged people to provide information through proper channels. The move could help investigators establish whether corruption occurred.
It could also identify individuals involved in any wrongdoing. Furthermore, the OAG wants allegations involving its officers handled through official procedures.
This approach would allow authorities to assess the claims based on available evidence. The office has therefore urged anyone affected to come forward.
Allegations Involve School Audit Reports
The allegations centre on school audits conducted by government auditors. Audit reports can examine how institutions manage and use public funds.
Therefore, claims involving payments for favourable reports raise concerns about accountability. However, the allegations remain claims unless investigations establish otherwise.
The OAG has not confirmed that its officers demanded or received the alleged payments. Instead, Gathungu has called for evidence to support the claims.
Investigation Could Establish the Facts
The OAG’s response now puts emphasis on formal investigations. Anyone with evidence can report the matter to the relevant authorities.
Investigators can then establish whether the alleged demands occurred. They can also determine whether any officers participated in such conduct.
Meanwhile, the Auditor General’s office says it takes the allegations seriously. The office continues to urge members of the public to report relevant information.
The latest statement therefore seeks to separate the institution from the corruption claims. It also calls for evidence-based investigations into any reported cases.
