Ruto Announces Resignations of Petroleum PS, EPRA & KPC Bosses
The statement from Ruto was announced on Saturday, April 4, via a statement signed by the Chief of Staff, Felix Koskei...
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Key figures in Kenya's energy sector, including the Director General of the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), the Managing Director of the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), and the Principal Secretary for Petroleum, have resigned following allegations related to a fuel importation deal. The announcement was made by President William Ruto.
- The individuals who resigned are Daniel Kiptoo (EPRA), Joe Sang (KPC), and Mohamed Liban (Petroleum PS).
- The resignations follow allegations concerning a fuel importation deal.
- President William Ruto made the announcement regarding the resignations.
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