By Brian Kiprono - Reporter
Kenya, April 13, 2026 -Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has pushed back against calls for his resignation, insisting he will remain in office as investigations into the multi-billion shilling fuel controversy continue.
Appearing before the National Assembly Energy Committee, Wandayi maintained a firm stance, distancing himself from the disputed consignment and expressing confidence that the process will clear his name.
“When all is said and done… there is no reason stopping me from discharging my duties as Cabinet Secretary,” he told lawmakers.
Under questioning from MPs, Wandayi outlined how the fuel entered the country, pointing to decisions made at technical levels within the ministry.
He said the importation, which reportedly fell outside the government-to-government (G-to-G) framework, should have gone through higher approval channels, which he maintains did not happen.
“This deviation would have required higher approval… if it had been sought, I would have acted on it and escalated the matter to the President,” he said.
The CS also distanced himself from recent resignations of senior officials in the energy sector, describing them as personal decisions and denying any form of coercion.
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At the same time, he sought to reassure the country on fuel supply, warning industry players against creating artificial shortages.
“We have done much to ensure fuel is enough… we got intelligence that some players are hoarding fuel in anticipation of a price increase,” Wandayi said.
As Kenyans await the next fuel price review, the CS emphasised that the disputed consignment will not affect pump prices.
The appearance marks one of Wandayi’s most direct responses to the scandal, as scrutiny intensifies and pressure for accountability grows within the energy sector.