A notice from Freemason responding to Nairobi County leadership over the closure of its Nairobi building is making rounds online.
The statement indicated that it is an official press statement from The Grand Lodge of East Africa regarding the ownership and disposal of the iconic Freemasons’ Hall in Nairobi.
Further, it is branded with the crest of The Grand Lodge of Nairobi and bearing the title “Press Statement for Immediate Release.”
However, The Kenya Times has determined that the press release is fake, through reverse search and scrutiny of the document.
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Details of the Fake Freemason Statement
The statement claims the property was transferred in 2023 to a senior member of the Freemasons at a subsidized rate.
Later, it was handed over to Wamunyoro Investments Limited, a company linked to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
“Our attention has been drawn to a recent news segment alleging that Nairobi City County officers conducted a raid on the Freemasons’ Hall, the premises of The Grand Lodge of East Africa, over purported unpaid rates amounting to Ksh19 million,” the statement read in part.
Additionally, the letter alleges the involvement of high-ranking officials, including former Attorney General Justin Muturi and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, as witnesses to the transaction.
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Fact Check
However, fact checks by The Kenya Times have revealed that no such communication has been published on any of the Grand Lodge’s official platforms.
Moreover, there are no verifiable public records that have been issued regarding such a transfer.
The alleged press release also lacks a verifiable contact person, date, or signature, key features of authenticated corporate communication.
Also, the supposed statement appears to be designed to counter Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja’s move to crack down on institutions defaulting on land rates.
The Freemasons’ Hall was among the properties visited by county officials in an enforcement drive targeting unpaid dues, with City Hall citing arrears of Ksh19 million.
Nairobi County officials have also not commented on the allegations made in the viral notice.
The Kenya Times continues to monitor the story and will update as official confirmations become available.
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