By Brian Kiprono - Reporter
Kenya, April 5, 2026 - The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has pushed back against claims made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over the ongoing fuel scandal, warning that it may take legal action over his remarks.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the agency dismissed allegations made during a church service in Gatundu North, where Gachagua linked senior officials and investigators to a purported Sh500 million controversy tied to the importation of substandard fuel.
“The allegations levelled against the DCI… are false, unfounded and malicious,” the agency said, adding that the claims lacked any factual or evidentiary basis.
Gachagua had alleged that money was recovered from individuals linked to the scandal and handed over to senior government officials, further suggesting the investigations were politically driven.
However, the DCI insisted that all evidence related to the case is being handled professionally and in accordance with the law.
“Any exhibits, evidence or information… is being handled strictly and professionally as provided for in our Service Standing Orders and the laws of Kenya,” the statement read.
The agency also revealed it is reviewing the full content of Gachagua’s speech — including sections delivered in Gikuyu — to determine whether any laws were breached.
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“We are assessing whether any of these statements may constitute offences under the National Cohesion and Integration Act,” the DCI said.
It warned that action would be taken if violations are established, stressing that no one is above the law.
“The DCI will not hesitate to take appropriate action… irrespective of the status or position of any individual,” it added.
At the same time, the agency urged the public to remain calm and avoid divisive rhetoric, noting that investigations into the fuel saga are ongoing.
The exchange marks a new twist in the widening fuel scandal, as tensions rise between investigators and political figures over the handling of the case.
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