Gachagua demands cancellation of G2G fuel deal, gives ultimatum to Ruto
Gachagua is demanding the scraping of the framework and replacement with a fully open tender system to restore transparency and accountability in the sector...
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has demanded the immediate cancellation of Kenya's government-to-government (G2G) fuel import framework. He alleges the deal is a source of opacity and rising fuel costs.
- Gachagua claims the G2G framework enables politically connected intermediaries and has weakened competitive procurement.
- Key figures involved include Rigathi Gachagua, President William Ruto, and Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi.
- The opposition leaders have issued a seven-day ultimatum to the government, threatening nationwide demonstrations if their demands are not met.
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Gachagua Demands Cancellation of G2G Fuel Deal, Gives Ultimatum to Ruto - April 2026
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has demanded the immediate cancellation of Kenya's government-to-government (G2G) fuel import framework, alleging the deal is a source of opacity and rising fuel costs. Opposition leaders, led by Gachagua, have accused President William Ruto of manipulating Kenya's fuel procurement to inflate prices for personal gain, claiming a company linked to the president, Gulf Energy, was improperly included in the fuel import framework. The opposition is demanding action from President Ruto to address rising fuel prices and proposing measures to cushion consumers.
