A fresh legal battle has been filed at the Milimani High Court targeting Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi.
Activist Francis Awino wants the court to remove the CS from office over an alleged Sh4.8 billion substandard fuel scandal.
In his petition, Awino argues that Wandayi should not remain in office while investigations are ongoing.
He says the CS could interfere with evidence or influence witnesses.
“The continued stay in office by the respondent poses a real risk of interference with ongoing investigations,” Awino told the court.
The case focuses on claims that low-quality fuel was allowed into the country.
According to the petition, officials ignored standard checks and issued questionable approvals to mix poor-quality fuel with clean stock.
Awino says this decision put consumers at risk and may have caused damage to vehicles across the country.
The activist also told the court that his fight for accountability has not been easy. He claims he has faced threats and intimidation.
“I have been threatened, intimidated, and even physically attacked for speaking out,” he said.
The issue has also drawn attention from lawmakers. The National Assembly Energy Committee, led by David Gikaria, has warned those ignoring summons.
Gikaria made it clear that action will be taken against anyone who fails to appear before the committee.
“Failure to comply will attract punitive measures, including fines and enforcement action,” he warned.
The court is now being asked to suspend Wandayi from office, hand fuel oversight to an independent body, and protect the investigation from interference.
