The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has recovered public land in Kakamega Municipality valued at KSh 20 million belonging to the Ministry of Housing.

In his judgment, Hon. P. Mutua held that the land—originally part of Kakamega Municipality Block 111/100—was trust land reserved for civil servants’ housing. This meant it could not be allocated to private individuals. Any lease or title issued over it was declared null and void.

The Court issued the following orders:

• Cancellation of all illegal register entries for the land
• Vacant possession to be surrendered by the 1st Defendant, Mr. Peter Muhatia Alubale
• Permanent injunction stopping any dealings with the land other than returning it to the government.

This decisive ruling not only restores the land to the rightful owner but also sends a strong message that public resources are not for grabbing.

“The EACC remains committed to protecting Kenya’s public assets and holding all who engage in corruption accountable,” EACC said in a statement.