The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) continued with an extensive probe into the suspected irregular importation of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by One Petroleum Limited, widening investigations to include senior government officials and private sector executives.
Three top officials in the business resigned after being arrested on Thursday night.
In a statement, the DCI confirmed that it has recorded statements from several witnesses and persons of interest linked to the matter, including top executives of One Petroleum Limited. Investigators have also summoned officials from Ory Energy Limited to record statements as part of the ongoing inquiry.
The DCI said it is collaborating with relevant government agencies and international investigative bodies through the Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) framework to establish the full circumstances surrounding the alleged irregularities.
“The Directorate is doing everything possible to ensure the matter is handled expeditiously,” the agency said, adding that upon completion of investigations, the case file will be forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) for review and possible prosecution.
The agency cautioned that resignation from office will not shield any suspect from prosecution, emphasizing that all individuals found culpable will face the law regardless of their position.
“Resignation does not in any way exonerate or absolve suspects from criminal culpability,” the DCI stated, urging those under investigation to fully cooperate with investigators.
Reassuring the public, the DCI said the probe is being conducted with professionalism, transparency, and urgency, as the government reiterates its commitment to zero tolerance on corruption and the protection of public resources.
The investigations come amid growing scrutiny over fuel importation processes in Kenya, with authorities under pressure to ensure accountability and transparency in the sector.
This came as three top government officials in the energy sector resigned over a scandal of importing substandard fuel into the country.
The officials who have stepped down include Principal Secretary for Petroleum Mohamed Liban, Managing Director of Kenya Pipeline Company Joe Sang, and Director General of the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority Daniel Kiptoo Bargoria.
Administrative actions have been initiated against Joseph Wafula (deputy director of Petroleum) and Joel Mburu (supply and logistics manager).
According to the government, the alleged falsification of fuel stock data led to the procurement of an emergency fuel shipment at inflated prices and outside the established Government-to-Government (G2G) fuel supply framework.
The cargo is also reported to have been of substandard quality.
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