A former employee of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has been arrested for allegedly using forged academic documents to secure a promotion within the electoral body. According to investigators, the suspect is accused of presenting counterfeit degree papers during an internal promotion exercise, leading to their elevation to a higher job group. Authorities say discrepancies were discovered during a routine verification process, prompting a deeper probe into the authenticity of the documents.
The alleged forgery was flagged after the IEBC initiated a review of staff records to enhance transparency and strengthen internal vetting procedures. Officials reported that the suspect’s academic papers did not match records from the issuing institution, raising immediate red flags.
Police confirmed that the former employee was taken into custody following the completion of preliminary investigations.
The IEBC has welcomed the investigation, saying the commission remains committed to maintaining integrity in all staffing processes and will continue cooperating with law enforcement agencies.
The arrest has reignited public debate on the prevalence of forged academic documents within public institutions, with stakeholders calling for stricter verification systems across government agencies. The suspect is expected to be arraigned as the investigation continues.
