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.