His remarks follow the President's official signing of the Conflict of Interest Bill Act 2025 into law.
“The signing of the Conflict of Interest Bill Act 2025 into
law is yet another addition to an already full shelf of anti-corruption
legislation in Kenya,” he said in a statement on X.
“But laws alone have never been the problem.”
Muturi noted that for corruption to be confronted in a meaningful manner, it must start from the very top, and everyone must be honest with themselves.
“It is not just about institutions and frameworks; it’s
about the integrity of those entrusted with power,” he said.
He further stated that many agencies mandated to fight
corruption are themselves caught in the web of the very vice they are meant to
uproot.
“We must return to the basics: integrity, accountability,
and leadership by example,” Muturi noted.
“Without that, no law, however well-written, will save this
country from the rot,” he added.
The new Conflict of Interest law outlines penalties for
public officials who misuse their positions for personal gain and requires full
disclosure of interests.
The law seeks to address the often-blurred lines between
public duty and private interest, aiming to close loopholes that have for years
enabled public servants to benefit from the very systems they manage
Over the years, Kenya has enacted multiple laws and formed
numerous agencies tasked with tackling corruption.
From the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to the
Auditor-General's office, the institutions exist.
However, there is growing public frustration over the
apparent failure of these bodies to act decisively, especially when top
officials are involved.
