President William Ruto has pledged to protect the Ksh2.2 trillion Dangote refinery investment in Lamu from individuals he described as "extortionists" and "political leaders" attempting to frustrate the project through frivolous demands and court cases.

• The investment is valued at Ksh2.2 trillion.
• The key person involved is Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote.
• President Ruto stated that his administration will not permit vested interests to derail major investments in Kenya.

President William Ruto has explained the strategic rationale behind choosing Lamu as the location for the proposed Dangote refinery.

• The decision was based on technical studies indicating Lamu's suitability for a large-scale petroleum facility and its associated industrial growth.
• Key players include President William Ruto and Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote of Dangote Group.
• Considerations included the deep waters off Lamu, which can accommodate large vessels, and its potential to become an industrial and logistics hub for the wider East African region.