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August 26, 2026
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Gachagua accuses Ruto of harrassing small scale gas traders

Gachagua accuses Ruto of harrassing small scale gas traders

Former DP Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto’s administration of harassing small-scale gas traders, alleging illegal seizures, extortion and efforts to dominate the LPG market...

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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto's administration of harassing small-scale gas traders and illegally seizing their cylinders.

  • Gachagua claims over 200,000 gas cylinders were confiscated in Nairobi and Machakos counties without proper inventory.
  • The accused are a clandestine, ungazetted police station with 25 officers reporting to a civilian.
  • Gachagua alleges this operation is a scheme by the Ruto government to favour private gas companies and consolidate market control, contradicting their 'Bottom Up' economic model.

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