Anastaciah Obuba’s ordeal exposes deep rot in KCB Kisii West branch and police ties
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KCB Kisii West Branch Under Scrutiny Over Alleged Collusion With Police Officer
A Woman’s Financial Freedom Taken AwayThe Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Kisii West Branch is under public and legal scrutiny after claims emerged that the branch manager conspired with a senior police officer to deny a woman access to her personal bank account.
The victim, 29-year-old businesswoman Anastaciah Obuba, allegedly suffered months of financial control, intimidation, and emotional distress as a result of the branch’s conduct and the abuse of authority by her brother.
Family Dispute Turns Into Financial Control
Obuba, who has been a loyal KCB customer for more than five years, reportedly fell out with her brother after disclosing that she was in a romantic relationship.
What began as a family disagreement allegedly evolved into a systematic effort to control her assets.
Her brother, a high-ranking police officer, is said to have leveraged his influence to convince the Kisii West Branch manager, believed to be his close associate, to seize her identification and ATM cards.
Following this move, her account was reportedly frozen without a valid court directive, effectively cutting her off from her own money.
Desperation At The Bank Hall
The situation escalated on October 27, 2025, when Obuba, unable to afford basic needs like food and sanitary products, went to the bank in person seeking help.
However, when she was directed to the manager’s office, she was again denied access to her funds. The incident left her humiliated and stranded, exposing serious gaps in KCB’s internal control mechanisms and ethical standards.
A Violation Of Banking Laws And Human Rights
No financial institution has the right to withhold a client’s funds or confiscate documents without legal authority.
The actions of the manager, if proven, not only breach standard banking procedures but also amount to a violation of human rights.
Such acts highlight how personal ties and misuse of power can undermine established legal frameworks and erode public trust in financial institutions.
Beyond The Bank Walls
Obuba’s suffering reportedly continued outside the banking system. Accounts indicate that she was detained within her brother’s home, denied communication, and subjected to intimidation by unidentified individuals.
She allegedly endured psychological torture, with threats directed at her over her romantic choices. The distress eventually took a toll on her health, causing elevated blood pressure and emotional trauma.
Irony And Injustice
In a twist of fate, the brother accused of orchestrating the abuse is now in critical condition after a road accident.
Despite this, Obuba’s pursuit of justice remains unresolved. Many are now questioning how a reputable institution like KCB could permit such unethical conduct.
There is no existing policy within the bank that authorizes a relative to influence another person’s account, and such interference stands as a clear breach of financial regulations.
Public Outrage And Call For Accountability
Residents of Kisii have expressed outrage, demanding transparency and accountability from both KCB and law enforcement. The matter has amplified ongoing conversations about women’s financial security and the need for stronger protection against economic abuse.
KCB’s silence, if it persists, may be viewed as complicity, undermining its public image and credibility.
A Chilling Reflection
Anastaciah Obuba’s story serves as a grim reminder of how power, corruption, and negligence can transform trusted institutions into instruments of oppression.
Until justice is served and accountability enforced, her experience remains a powerful reflection of the vulnerability faced by women in Kenya’s financial systems when integrity gives way to influence.
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