DPP Keriako Tobiko denies claims of bias, manipulation in NYS graft case

Director of Public Prosecution Keriako Tobiko

Kenya: The Director of Public Prosecution Keriako Tobiko has denied claims of bias and political manipulation in his office in the prosecution of individuals in the National Youth Service (NYS) corruption case.

The DPP said they make decisions based on evidence and law.

“Allegations of compromise and other ulterior considerations by my office in the execution of my high public duty are completely baseless and unwarranted”, Tobiko said in a statement on Wednesday.

He further alleged of an emerging trend by the political elite to politicize legal processes.

“Our fidelity is to the constitution and the law. Politicians should not drag our legal processes into parochial theatrics that only serve to defeat justice”, the DPP said.

He assured Kenyans that his office shall remain focused in executing its mandate in accordance with the constitution without fear or favour.

This comes a day after CORD leader Raila Odinga claimed that prosecution of Planning Principal Secretary and NYS Director General Nelson Githinji was a cover up for those responsible for the loss of taxpayers’ money.