Ruto nominates Bishop David Oginde as EACC Chairperson

President William Ruto has nominated Bishop David Oginde for appointment as the Chairperson of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).

According to a press release shared on social media by StateHouse spokesperson Hussein Mohamed, the clergyman's nomination came on the recommendation of the Public Service Commission.

"His Excellency William Samoei Ruto has, on the recommendation of the Public Service Commission, nominated Bishop David Adang Oginde for appointment as the Chairperson of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)," the press release read in part.

Upon his vetting and approval by the Parliament, Oginde will take over the chairmanship of the integrity body following the retirement of Archbishop Dr. Eliud Wabukala who served a full 6-year term at the helm of the EACC.

Oginde's nomination comes after a competitive recruitment process that saw the Public Service Commission recommend three applicants to the Head of State for nomination.

"The nomination was preceded by a competitive recruitment process undertaken by the Public Service Commission (PSC). At the conclusion of the exercise, PSC recommended to the Head of State and Government the appointment of any of the following persons; Bishop David Oginde, Prof Kibutha Kibwana or Amani Yuda Komara," the press release read further.

President @WilliamsRuto nominates Bishop (Dr.) David Oginde as Chairperson of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), and has forwarded his name for consideration by the National Assembly. pic.twitter.com/GjSdtXeL56— Hussein Mohamed, MBS. (@HusseinMohamedg) March 11, 2023