Raphael Tuju Charged for Lying to Police

Former Cabinet Secretary (CS) Raphael Tuju now faces criminal charges after the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) moved to prosecute him for allegedly misleading law enforcement officers.

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions confirmed that it has charged Tuju with giving false information to a public officer, an offence that carries legal consequences under Kenyan law.

Tuju appeared before the Kibera Law Courts, where prosecutors outlined the charges against him.

According to the charge sheet, Tuju allegedly violated Section 129(a) of the Penal Code by knowingly providing false information.

“The accused knowingly misled law enforcement, an offence that undermines effective policing and public trust,” the Prosecutors told the court.

They argued that such actions interfere with investigations and divert critical resources from genuine cases.

Alleged Incident at Entim Sidai

The court heard that the alleged offence occurred on  March 21, 2026, at the Entim Sidai Spa Wellness Sanctuary. During the proceedings, prosecutors detailed how Tuju reported a serious incident to the police.

According to the prosecution, Tuju told Chief Inspector Purity Kobia, the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) at Karen Police Station, that he had been trailed by unknown individuals and later abducted.

However, the prosecution maintains that the claims were fabricated.

“The court heard that Tuju informed Chief Inspector Purity Kobia, the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) at Karen Police Station, that he had been trailed by unknown assailants and later abducted, claims the prosecution asserts were false and intended to prompt official action,” the prosecution stated.

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Court Plea and Proceedings

Tuju denied the allegations when he appeared before Chief Magistrate Stella Atambo. He entered a plea of not guilty, setting the stage for a legal battle over the claims.

The prosecution team, led by Senior Assistant Director of Public Prosecutions Maryanne Mwangi and Principal Prosecution Counsel Micheal Mutune, is handling the case.

The court scheduled the matter for mention on April 15, 2026, to give further directions on how the case will proceed.

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Legal and Public Implications

This case highlights the legal risks individuals face when they provide false information to authorities.

Prosecutors insist that such actions can disrupt investigations and erode confidence in law enforcement institutions.

As the case progresses, it is likely to attract public attention given Tuju’s prominence in Kenyan politics and public service.

The court will determine whether the prosecution can prove that the former Cabinet Secretary deliberately misled police officers.

For now, Tuju remains out on plea as the legal process continues.

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The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) headquarters. PHOTO/ODPP.