Former Minister Chris Obure declared not guilty

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By Samantha Allen

Published: June 17, 2022 | 10:27 AM

Former Permanent Secretaries of Transport and Communication Sammy Kyungu and Finance Secretary Samuel Bundotich were also acquitted in the case in which they were involved.

The three were accused of authorizing the use of Sh928 million in a postal company security project.

The prosecution did not produce enough evidence to condemn them, according to Trial Magistrate Ann Mwangi.

According to her, the trio did not personally profit from the cash, as evidenced by their defense attorneys.

She added that the offender was acquitted due to a lack of evidence.

Outside of court, Obure praised the trial court for carefully weighing the facts presented by the prosecution and defense attorneys and reaching a reasonable judgment.

He said that the matter lost him the Kisii governorship in 2017, but that now that the truth has been exposed, he is free to go about his business.

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Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.