By Andrew Kariuki
Two suspects have been charged in connection with an alleged multi-million shilling recruitment fraud targeting individuals seeking employment as teachers.
The accused, Allan Amata, a businessman from Kakamega County, and Valary Jerop, a teacher based in Mogotio, appeared before the Eldama Ravine Law Courts on Wednesday, February 18.
They face charges of obtaining more than Ksh 10 million from members of the public by falsely promising to secure them permanent jobs with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
The prosecution alleges that the duo misrepresented their ability to influence recruitment processes within the commission, convincing multiple victims to part with large sums of money in exchange for job placements that never materialised.
Investigations by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) indicate that at least 21 complainants recorded statements between January and February 2026, detailing how they were allegedly defrauded under the pretext of securing teaching positions.
The court released the two suspects on a bond of Ksh.3 million each, with an alternative cash bail of Ksh.1.5 million.
They were further ordered to surrender their travel documents and to report to the DCI offices in Mogotio every Friday pending the hearing and determination of the case.
The matter is expected to proceed as investigations continue into the alleged scheme.
