Muteti, 30, appeared before Milimani Law Courts, facing one charge under Section 23 of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrime Act No. 5 of 2018.

Prosecution alleges that on December 6, 2025, Muteti used his X account @mulinge_muteti to post statements he knew were false, which were likely to cause fear, alarm, or violence among the public.

According to the prosecution, Muteti’s posts claimed that politicians had not worked, innovated, or invented anything, and that all their wealth was allegedly stolen from Kenyans, and should be returned.

They argued that such statements were intended to incite public unrest.

Muteti pleaded not guilty to the charges.

His lawyer urged the court to grant lenient bail

“Muteti is not a flight risk and will appear for all future court proceedings. He is a law-abiding citizen and a human rights activist whose work should not be curtailed unnecessarily,” he said

The defence also requested access to all evidence and witness statements the prosecution intends to rely on.

Magistrate granted Muteti Sh 15,000 cash bail with the condition that he provide a contact person.

The court also instructed the prosecution to supply all materials and witness statements ahead of the trial.

Muteti was arrested on December 12, 2025, by officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Serious Crimes Unit and spent the weekend at Muthaiga Police Station after police declined to release him on bail prior to his court appearance.

The case has been scheduled for mention on December 30, 2025, for pre-trial proceedings.

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Speaking at a meeting of the National Assembly’s Implementation Committee  November 6, 2025, the Julius Ogamba, Cabinet Secretary for Education, confirmed that 19 separate cases of examination irregularities have been recorded so far in the Nyanza, Rift Valley and Eastern regions.

“In every instance, decisive actions have been taken, including the replacement of centre managers, supervisors, and invigilators, as well as the arrest and prosecution of over 22 individuals by the DCI,” said Ogamba.

“There has also been the seizure of mobile phones and photocopied materials, and the deployment of Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) officers for direct oversight.”

The reported offences vary widely, and include the “use of unauthorised materials, misuse of electronic devices, early exposure of exam papers and impersonation.”

Ogamba further explained that three examination centres have already received formal warning letters from KNEC, and must submit compliance reports by Monday, 12 November 2025.

Failure to do so could lead to deregistration of the centres.

He also stressed that the majority of centres across the country remain free of malpractice so far: “The majority of examination centres have maintained exemplary standards as of November 6, 2025.”

“The KCSE certificate must signify a genuine achievement and readiness for post‑secondary pathways,” Ogamba added. “Upholding integrity is a shared responsibility that benefits our children and strengthens national development.”

The Ministry of Education has also emphasised its vigilance in light of environmental disruptions that could affect exam logistics, including floods and damaged roads.

Ogamba remarked: “No candidate will miss their examination due to environmental disruptions… Necessary additional resources will be mobilised immediately to guarantee continuity of the national examination calendar.”

With over 900,000 learners across Kenya taking KCSE exams this year, the government has reiterated its commitment to ensure examinations are credible and results reflect genuine student effort.

Candidates involved in malpractice risk having their results cancelled.

Exam centres implicated may face deregistration or sanctions by KNEC.

The government is deploying enhanced oversight and arrests to deter further irregularities.

Members of the public are urged to report any suspicious activity at exam venues.

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