The Gideon Mulyungi (MP, Mwingi Central) Led-Decentralised Funds Accounts Committee has held the Tinderet Constituency officials accountable over questionable financial practices.
MPs have raised concerns about unresolved land transactions, missing assets, and inconsistencies in project execution.
“We cannot allow taxpayers’ money to sink into projects that remain undocumented or unresolved for years,” said Mulyungi.
He added, “It’s unacceptable that the issue of land succession has dragged on for over a decade without progress.”
A major issue raised was the purchase of land for two schools—one of which still lacks a title deed. Management blamed the delay on pending succession matters and complications during the land mutation stage, but the explanation failed to convince the committee.
Dorothy Muthoni, Nominated MP (Meru), pressed further, saying, “Has the succession process been concluded, and who exactly authorised the mutation? These are the details Kenyans want to know.”
Stephen Mogaka (MP, West Mugirango) joined in the questioning, demanding to know the identity of the land seller.
He added, “How do you transact millions of public funds without a clear paper trail or named seller?”
The management admitted that the fund manager responsible for the purchase was no longer in office and requested additional time to compile the necessary information.
The committee granted them seven days to submit a full report.
Another matter of concern was a motor vehicle that had been disposed of without proper documentation, including the original logbook. Management claimed the document was misplaced and that steps were being taken to get a duplicate.
“This isn’t just a minor error—it points to systemic negligence; how can we be sure this vehicle even existed if there’s no trace of it in official records?” said Mogaka.
The committee instructed the team to resolve the issue within twelve days and provide verified documentation.
Mulyungi reiterated, “Every shilling must be accounted for, whether it’s an asset or an incomplete project.”
Funding discrepancies in constituency projects also came under scrutiny. Out of 103 approved projects, Kshs 51 million was disbursed, with Kshs 2 million remaining unallocated. Management reported that 26 of the projects received funding late in the financial year but were now complete.
Photos and completion certificates were reportedly submitted to auditors for verification. “This pattern of delayed implementation creates audit red flags and undermines trust,” said Muthoni.
Dorothy Muthoni urged the constituency fund managers to take responsibility, stating, “You must upscale your game. These issues cannot keep recurring. The public deserves better oversight and results.”
