A petition seeking to remove National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) Chairperson Samuel Kobia from office has been filed in court.
In a petition filed by Elizabeth Ochieng’, Kobia has mismanaged the Institution’s finances which is against the law.
“Kobia has breached ethical conduct and public has no more trust with him, “added Ochieng’.
She wants the relevant bodies to thoroughly investigate the allegations of financial mismanagement and fraudulent activities by Kobia including abuse of office, Gross financial mismanagement and Academic fraud.
Ochieng’ is also seeking immediate removal of Kobia from office based on findings of investigations so as to prevent the image of the commission.
In that petition filed on August 11, 2025, Ochieng’ adds that Kobia undertook multiple international trips at high cost while NCIC faced financial constraints.
She has said that Kobia has failed to adequately respond to issues raised in audit reports, arguing that this shows a lack of transparency and weak accountability within the Commission.
On academic grounds, the petition claims that Kobia possesses fake academic papers, calling into question his qualifications for a position of such public importance.
Ochieng’ is now asking President Ruto to launch a full investigation into the allegations and recommend the immediate removal of Kobia if the claims are substantiated.
She is also urging the President to implement stronger oversight mechanisms at NCIC to prevent similar incidents in the future, protect public funds, and restore confidence in the institution’s leadership.
The petition, she says, is necessary not only to address the alleged mismanagement and misuse of authority but also to ensure that NCIC operates within the principles of good governance, financial integrity, and public accountability.
She calls for swift action to safeguard the reputation of the Commission and strengthen public trust in its ability to promote cohesion and integration across the country.
