A constitutional filed at the Constitutional and Human Rights Division of the High Court of Kenya seeking investigations and accountability over alleged irregularities at Sports Kenya is set for first mentioning next week.
The petition, filed by Nairobi resident Francis Kiiria, names Gabriel Komora — the current Deputy Director General of Sports Kenya and former Acting Director General — as the respondent in the case.
The case, lodged under Constitutional Petition No. E119 of 2026, cites multiple provisions of the Constitution including Articles 2, 3, 10, 27, 41, 73, 226, 258 and 259.
The petitioner argues that the alleged actions by the respondent contravened principles of good governance, accountability, integrity, and fair labour practices as enshrined in the Constitution.
The petition also references the Leadership and Integrity Act, the Public Service (Values and Principles) Act and the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, alleging violations of statutory obligations governing public officers.
Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), and the Asset Recovery Agency (ARA) have been listed as interested parties in the matter.
Also named as an interested party is Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya.
According to the petition, these institutions have constitutional and statutory mandates to investigate, prosecute, and recover public assets where misuse of public funds is established.
The petitioner claims to have observed “overwhelming illegalities, irregularities and circumvention of the law” during the tenure of the respondent as Acting Director General of Sports Kenya.
Sports Kenya, a state corporation established under the Sports Act, 2013, is mandated to develop, manage and promote national and international sports, including maintenance of major facilities such as Kasarani and Nyayo stadiums.
The petition seeks court intervention to uphold constitutional values, ensure accountability in public office, and compel relevant investigative agencies to act on the alleged violations.
The matter is expected to come up for directions before the Constitutional and Human Rights Division in Nairobi. The court may determine whether investigations should be ordered, whether any public funds were irregularly utilized, and whether the respondent violated constitutional and statutory provisions.
The respondent had not publicly responded to the allegations by the time of publication.
This case adds to growing scrutiny of governance and financial management within state corporations as Kenyans continue to demand transparency and accountability in public institutions.
