Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi addressing the media on August 26, 2026. [Benard Orwongo, Standard]
Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has warned politicians against attacking public officers involved in enforcing regulations in the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) sector.
Wandayi on Wednesday said the Government would not be intimidated by political pressure or allow cartels to derail its crackdown on illegal LPG operations.
Wandayi strongly defended the actions of enforcement agencies, insisting that officers were acting within the law.
“I wish to further note that LPG safety is paramount to the consumer and for this reason we urge politicians to refrain from attacks on public officers and law enforcement agencies legitimately performing their duties as required by law,” Wandayi said.
His remarks come after former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua raised allegations over the Ministry’s handling of the LPG sector and accused officials of interfering with legitimate business operations.
The CS said the Government would remain firm despite political pressure, warning that the crackdown on illegal LPG activities would continue.
“I wish to assure the public that the Government will not succumb to pressure from politicians and cartels hellbent to benefit from LPG illicit trade,” he said.
