Rigathi Gachagua has come under pressure after the Directorate of Criminal Investigations issued a strong warning over his recent remarks regarding the ongoing fuel scandal.
The former Deputy President had earlier accused the investigative agency of failing to act decisively in handling the multibillion-shilling fuel importation saga.
He further alleged that there were deeper dealings involving senior officials and suggested that recent arrests were linked to internal disagreements rather than actual wrongdoing.
In a swift response, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations dismissed his claims, terming them false, unfounded, and misleading.
The agency warned that such statements could undermine public trust in its operations and indicated that legal action could be considered.
Detectives are reportedly reviewing some of Gachagua’s remarks, including those made during a church service, to determine whether they may have violated the National Cohesion and Integration Act.
The controversy comes amid growing public attention on the fuel scandal, which has raised concerns over transparency in the energy sector.
Earlier, Opiyo Wandayi confirmed that the country incurred significant financial losses linked to a disrupted fuel cargo, adding that investigations are ongoing.
Several officials from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority have since been questioned as part of the probe, while leadership changes have also been made within the institution.
Gachagua’s remarks have further fueled debate among Kenyans, with many calling for accountability and clarity on the matter.
Meanwhile, the DCI has maintained that it will continue handling the investigations professionally and without bias.
As the probe continues, the warning issued to Gachagua signals a firm stance by authorities against statements perceived to interfere with ongoing investigations.
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