In a dramatic turn of events on Monday morning, armed police officers raided the Milimani home of Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya in Kitale. The operation, believed to involve the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), has sparked widespread political controversy and public unrest.

Sources indicate that the officers arrived with a search warrant, aiming to interrogate Natembeya as part of an ongoing investigation. A crowd gathered outside the residence, leading to a standoff with police forces who dispersed the demonstrators.

The Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K), to which Natembeya belongs, condemned the raid, describing it as a politically motivated act reminiscent of past authoritarian tactics. The party accused the government of weaponizing independent institutions to suppress dissenting political voices.

The EACC has yet to issue an official statement regarding the operation. However, reports suggest that plainclothes officers involved in the raid are believed to be from the commission. The lack of transparency has fueled speculation and criticism from various political factions.

Governor Natembeya, known for his outspoken criticism of the current administration, had previously warned of potential arrest attempts against him. He remains a prominent figure in the opposition, and the raid has intensified political tensions in the region.

As investigations continue, the incident has ignited a broader debate about the use of state machinery in political conflicts and the independence of anti-corruption institutions in Kenya.