ODM Defends Wandayi, Kinyanjui as Fuel Scandal Probe Continues

Kenya, 7 April 2026 - The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has called for calm and restraint as investigations into the multi-billion-shilling fuel scandal gather pace, cautioning against turning public anger into political attacks.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, party leader Oburu Oginga said while the unfolding scandal has sparked justified outrage among Kenyans, especially amid rising living costs, the focus must remain on credible investigations rather than assigning blame prematurely.

“Any abuse of the petroleum sector… is both unacceptable and deeply offensive to the public conscience,” the statement said.

ODM warned that targeting Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi and Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui before investigations are concluded could derail the search for truth.

“Attempts at public lynching… will only derail the investigations and politicise the matter,” Oburu cautioned, noting that the two are not accounting officers directly responsible for financial management.

The party instead urged investigative agencies to proceed independently, praising their swift action so far and calling for a process that is “professional, expeditious and transparent.”

At the same time, ODM maintained that accountability must remain central, stressing that anyone found culpable, regardless of rank, should face the law.

“The fight against corruption cannot be selective; it must be comprehensive, impartial and relentless,” the statement read, adding that “there must be no sacred cows.”