The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has arrested two suspects accused of orchestrating an online scheme that falsely promised to alter Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) 2025 results.
In a statement issued on Sunday, January 18, the DCI said the arrests form part of a broader crackdown on academic fraud, conducted in collaboration with the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC).
The agency confirmed that the suspects, identified as Albert Kerry Nyadianga and David Opiyo, alias G.O.A.T, are currently in custody for allegedly creating and circulating fake KCSE 2025 result slips on social media platforms.
Suspects Held for Conning Students With Fake KCSE Results Upgrade Deal. Photo: Courtesy.
Investigators revealed that the duo deliberately targeted vulnerable candidates and their parents, luring them with promises to illegally upgrade examination grades in exchange for money.
The syndicate was dismantled following a meticulously planned operation involving DCI officers stationed at the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC), which led to coordinated arrests in Kisumu and Ongata Rongai.
Nyadianga was apprehended in Kisumu, while his accomplice, Opiyo, was arrested in Ongata Rongai.
Authorities disclosed that preliminary investigations indicate Opiyo played a central role in the scheme.
Detectives established that he is a primary school teacher who exploited his profession and large online following to lend credibility to the scam.
Opiyo reportedly runs an online group misleadingly branded “KCSE 2025 Grade Upgrading,” which has over 45,000 followers.
Investigators believe he used the platform to lure unsuspecting candidates and parents into the fraudulent scheme.
Further investigations revealed the suspect was active in several online groups linked to alleged exam manipulation.
Detectives also recovered digital evidence from their devices, including fake KCSE result slips and related materials, strengthening the fraud case.
The suspects remain in custody as investigations continue, with more arrests expected.
