The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has dismissed remarks made by Rigathi Gachagua as “false, unfounded, and malicious,” following his comments on an ongoing investigation into alleged irregular fuel procurement.
Gachagua on Sunday claimed that President William Ruto had demanded Sh500m, recovered from former fuel bosses during their arrest. He claimed the DCI officers handling the case had reached out to him to complain regarding the matter.
In a press statement issued on April 5, 2026, the DCI said Gachagua’s claims—made during an Easter Sunday service at AIPCA Gakoe Church in Gatundu North—were aimed at undermining public confidence in the investigative process.
“The allegations levelled against the DCI… are false, unfounded and malicious,” the agency said, adding that any evidence related to the probe is being handled “strictly and professionally” in accordance with the law.
The agency is currently investigating the alleged irregular procurement of fuel cargo by the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum, a matter that has already led to high-profile resignations within the energy sector.
Petroleum PS Mohamed Liban stepped down alongside the Director General of the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), Daniel Kiptoo Bargoria, and the Managing Director of the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), Joe Sang.
According to the DCI, no amount of political pressure or rhetoric will derail its mandate.
“No amount of political rhetoric or attacks will distract us from our constitutional mandate of investigating serious crimes and upholding justice for all Kenyans,” the statement read.
The agency further revealed it is reviewing the full context of Gachagua’s remarks to determine whether they amount to offences under the law, including provisions of the National Cohesion and Integration Act and the Penal Code.
“Where any of these statements may constitute offences… the DCI will not hesitate to take appropriate action irrespective of the status or position of any individual,” the statement added.
The DCI also called on Kenyans to remain calm and avoid divisive rhetoric, especially during the Easter period.
“We urge all Kenyans to remain calm and reject divisive rhetoric. Easter is a time of hope and unity; let us not allow political opportunism to sow seeds of discord,” the agency said.
The latest exchange underscores rising political tensions surrounding the ongoing fuel supply scandal, as investigations continue into what authorities have described as a potential economic crime.
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