City lawyer Ahmednasir Abdullahi has finally spoken about the ongoing fuel scandal that has seen the arrest of several senior government officials. In a strongly worded message shared on social media, the senior counsel praised the government for acting quickly through the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, saying the move shows a clear intention to address corruption.
Abdullahi explained that the scandal appears to involve two main groups. On one side are public officials within the Energy ministry, and on the other are private companies.
He pointed to documents linked to One Petroleum Limited, a firm reportedly connected to the importation of fuel that did not meet the required standards. According to him, the issue revolves around possible manipulation of fuel supply and the entry of petroleum products that failed quality checks.
Among those arrested are Petroleum Principal Secretary Liban Mohamed, Kenya Pipeline Company Managing Director Joe Sang, and Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority Director General Daniel Kiptoo.
Their arrests are part of a wider investigation into claims that substandard fuel with high sulphur levels was brought into the country. Investigators believe this may have contributed to artificial shortages while also raising concerns about safety for consumers and possible environmental harm.
While acknowledging the swift action, Abdullahi also appeared to send a warning to the administration of William Ruto. He stressed that the fight against corruption must remain firm and consistent, adding that investigations should be carried out fully and without bias.
His remarks suggest that all individuals involved, regardless of their position, should be held accountable.
The situation has sparked wider public discussion about accountability in the energy sector. The Kenya Pipeline Company plays a key role in fuel distribution across the country, and any problems with quality or supply can directly affect prices and daily life for ordinary citizens. Concerns have also been raised about how such issues may impact the environment if not properly addressed.
There is growing interest in whether the case will lead to successful prosecutions or follow past patterns where similar cases ended without major consequences. Abdullahi has urged that this process should be handled in a way that sets a strong example and helps prevent future corruption in such an important sector.