Investigative Journalist John-Allan Namu Denies Bribery Claims In Fake Fertilizer Exposé

Prominent Kenyan journalist John-Allan Namu, has vehemently denied accusations of bribery against his media platform, Africa Uncensored, following their exposé on fake fertilizers dubbed “#FertileDeception.”

Allan-Namu uncovered a scheme involving the sale of sand as subsidized fertilizer, causing significant financial hardship for Kenyan farmers.

Bribery Allegations

A social media user claimed Africa Uncensored solicited a bribe from a specific individual.

Namu’s Response

Namu Refuted the accusations, stating they are an attempt to deflect attention from the exposé’s importance.

He claimed to have evidence (recordings) of conversations with the accuser attempting to act as a middleman.

He also Threatened to expose the true nature of the alleged bribery attempt if the claims escalate.

Impact of the Exposé

FertileDeception unearthed a critical issue affecting national food security, especially considering the recent drought. Limited response: Only the National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) and the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) have addressed the situation. The exposé highlighted a lack of action from relevant government bodies, particularly the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development.