Senator Mandago Surrenders to Rift Valley DCI Headquarters

Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago has voluntarily presented himself at the Rift Valley Regional Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Headquarters in Nakuru. Accompanied by a team of legal representatives, Mandago arrived at the DCI offices slightly after 4:00 pm.

The Senator is the subject of a police investigation linked to the controversial Sh1.1 billion Overseas Educational Scholarships program in Finland and Canada, which has evoked anguish among numerous parents and students.

This morning, a warrant of arrest was issued by Nakuru Senior Principal Magistrate Peter Ndege after Mandago failed to appear in court as scheduled. The Magistrate noted that Mandago’s absence was accompanied by his mobile phone being switched off and his non-residence status in Nakuru.

Earlier in the day, Mandago took to his Twitter account to address rumors of his impending arrest by the police. He assured the public that he would willingly cooperate with any required legal procedures and emphasized his willingness to refund the funds. He also stated that he had engaged with the affected families.

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The tension escalated around the Nakuru Law Courts as armed police officers strategically sealed off all entrances prior to Mandago’s arrival at the DCI Regional Headquarters. The gates leading to the courts remained closed throughout, with a substantial police presence in the vicinity.

These developments come in the wake of President William Ruto’s directive for a comprehensive investigation into the matter and the subsequent arrest of those implicated. Speaking at the ongoing devolution conference in Eldoret, Ruto pledged to offer local scholarships to the affected students, acknowledging the pressing need for resolution and support.

As Senator Mandago cooperates with the ongoing investigation, the controversy surrounding the Overseas Educational Scholarships program continues to captivate national attention, highlighting the complexities at the intersection of education, governance, and accountability.