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April 3, 2026
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Three top energy chiefs arrested in substandard fuel probe

Three top energy chiefs arrested in substandard fuel probe

DCI arrests Energy PS Liban Mohamed, Kenya Pipeline MD Joe Sang and EPRA CEO Daniel Kiptoo over alleged importation of substandard oil; detained at Gigiri Police Station for questioning...

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Three top officials in Kenya's energy sector have been arrested in connection with the alleged importation of substandard fuel.

  • Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) confirmed the arrests on Thursday evening.
  • Key figures arrested include Energy Principal Secretary Liban Mohamed, Kenya Pipeline Company Managing Director Joe Sang, and Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) CEO Daniel Kiptoo.
  • The individuals spent the night in custody at Gigiri Police Station as detectives investigate dealers involved in the scheme.

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