The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a teacher in Bungoma County over allegations of demanding bribes from unemployed teachers in exchange for helping them secure jobs through the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
The suspect, identified as Lilian Nelima Buluma, teaches at Friends School Kamusinga Boys High School in Bungoma County. According to the EACC, she allegedly demanded money from three unemployed teachers while claiming she could help them get employment through the commission.
In a statement shared on Monday, October 12, 2026, the anti-corruption agency said preliminary investigations linked the suspect to demands for KSh100,000 from each of the three job seekers, bringing the total amount allegedly requested to KSh300,000.
The EACC further stated that investigations showed Buluma had received KSh150,000 through M-Pesa as part of the alleged payments.
According to the commission, the suspect claimed to have connections within the TSC and other government offices that could help her facilitate the recruitment of the unemployed teachers.
The arrest followed preliminary investigations into complaints received by the commission over the alleged bribery scheme.
The EACC said the suspect was arrested on October 12 before being taken to its Western Regional Office for processing. She was later booked at Bungoma Police Station as investigations continued.
The Commission noted that the case was still under investigation, with the suspect facing possible charges related to requesting and receiving a bribe.
The alleged offences fall under Section 6, read together with Section 18 of the Anti-Bribery Act, 2016, which addresses bribery-related conduct.
The case comes amid concerns over job seekers falling victim to individuals who claim they can use personal connections to secure employment in government institutions.
The TSC is responsible for managing the employment of teachers in public schools in Kenya. The recruitment process attracts many qualified but unemployed teachers seeking opportunities in the education sector.
The EACC has continued to investigate and pursue cases involving suspected corruption in public service, including allegations of individuals demanding money in exchange for employment opportunities.
The Commission urged the public to remain alert to corruption and report suspected bribery cases to the relevant authorities.
