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Ruto warns brokers over Lamu oil refinery
President William Ruto has issued a stern warning to brokers and extortionists who might attempt to disrupt investments in the country, specifically mentioning the Lamu oil refinery project. The Sh 2.2 trillion Lamu refinery project has officially commenced construction despite ongoing scrutiny. Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has backed the proposed Sh2.2 trillion Dangote East Africa Petroleum Refinery project in Lamu, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in foreign investments. However, Kalonzo has also criticized the Kenyan government for proceeding with the Lamu refinery launch, citing unaddressed concerns from Lamu residents. Members of Parliament from Kiambu have strongly defended the proposed Lamu refinery project, urging against its politicization. They emphasized the project's potential for economic development and job creation. Titus Makhanu has raised concerns regarding a warning issued by President Ruto and the Dangote Group to those challenging the Dangote Refinery contract.
Sifuna gets party nod but will he beat key deadlines?
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and his Linda Mwananchi Movement have received approval from the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) to proceed with registering their movement as a political party. A dispute over the political party name "Linda Mwananchi" has resurfaced, just days before Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's planned launch of his new party. Siaya Governor James Orengo has broken his silence after Linda Mwananchi leaders endorsed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as their presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election. Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has warned Kenyan leaders against using reckless ethnic rhetoric ahead of the 2027 elections, citing the potential for deepened divisions and animosity among communities.
Pentecostal leaders urge Ruto to address Lamu residents' concerns over Dangote refinery
Pentecostal leaders are urging President William Ruto to address resident concerns regarding the proposed KSh 2 trillion Dangote oil refinery in Lamu County. Opposition leaders have expressed concerns that the process of launching the Dangote oil refinery in Lamu county lacks accountability, accusing President William Ruto of pursuing personal interests. Thika Town Member of Parliament (MP) Alice Ng'ang'a has urged political leaders to refrain from politicising the Dangote Refinery project. Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has welcomed the investment by Dangote Group in a new oil refinery in Kenya, highlighting its potential to boost the Kenyan economy.
Dangote's $16 billion Lamu refinery set to reshape East Africa's fuel industry
Billionaire Aliko Dangote is set to launch a transformative $16 billion refinery in Lamu, marking a significant entry into East Africa's energy sector. Construction has officially begun on the Dangote Group refinery plant in Lamu, marking a significant development in the region's industrial landscape. Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti and her deputy Francis Mwangangi have vehemently denied claims that Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka is aligning with President William Ruto's administration.
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