The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has stopped planned grabbing of the historic Mosque, an ancient heritage site located at the Kenya’s Coast.
Speaking on Friday over the issue was EACC CEO, Mr Abdi Mohamu who assured residents that the iconic mosque will remain intact and protected from land grabbers.
“The CEO, Mr Abdi Mohamud on Friday led a team to the site, assuring residents that the iconic mosque, which has stood for more than 700 years, would remain intact and protected.” said EACC
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“We are here to witness and see the mosque that has been grabbed,” said the CEO
“We assure the public that the property will remain intact,” he continued
The news comes at a time when there have been increased cases of land grabbing and complains by the locals that the land where the iconic Mosque lies is on the verge of being grabbed by unkown people.
“The visit comes amid heightened concerns over increasing cases of land grabbing targeting public and heritage sites across the country. Residents of the Kongo area had raised alarm over suspicious activities on the site, prompting swift action from the EACC Lower Coast Regional Office.
The Commission has vowed to continue its vigilance and ensure that Kenya’s historical landmarks are preserved for future generations.” said EACC
