Kenyan President William Ruto revealed that disruptions in Middle East fuel supplies were the catalyst for the planned Sh2 trillion Dangote East Africa Oil Refinery project in Lamu.

• The refinery is valued at approximately 12% of Kenya's GDP.
• The project involves Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote and the Kenyan government.
• The Indian Ocean's depth in Lamu was a critical factor for accommodating large oil vessels.