Assault and Alleged Corruption: Mtetezi Moves to Oust Energy and Trade CSs

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  The political landscape in Kenya has been jolted by a violent turn of events following a public interest petition filed by Mtetezi, the Grassroots Economic Justice Movement. The movement is seeking the immediate removal and suspension of Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi and Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui, citing their alleged roles in a burgeoning fuel scandal.  

Francis Awino, the National Convener of Mtetezi, who was targeted and assaulted by hired goons.


        The Catalyst: A Violent Confrontation

 The situation escalated dramatically on April 10, 2026, when a press briefing held by the movement was violently disrupted. According to a statement issued by Mtetezi:  

•Francis Awino, the National Convenor of Mtetezi, was targeted and assaulted by hired goons.  

•The attackers also turned their violence toward journalists covering the event.  

|•The severity of the injuries sustained by Awino required emergency hospitalization; he has since been discharged to pursue legal action.  

 Mtetezi has characterized this assault as a direct attempt to intimidate those seeking accountability, describing it as a "dangerous escalation" from a governance dispute to a violation of constitutional rights and freedom of expression. 

Professor Fred Ogola, leader of the Liberal Democratic Party condemns the attack on Francis Awino and calls for mass demonstration on Tuesday over poor governance


               

             The Allegations: Substandard Fuel and Waivers

  At the heart of the legal petition is a scandal involving the importation of substandard fuel. Mtetezi alleges that the offices of CS Wandayi and CS Kinyanjui are linked to a "waiver chain" that facilitated the entry of poor-quality fuel into the Kenyan market.  

  The movement argues that their removal is necessary because:

•Investigations are already underway, having already resulted in the arrests and resignations of several junior officials.  

•Their continued presence in office undermines public confidence in the integrity of the accountability process.  

•The recent violence against a petitioner highlights the high stakes and potential for interference in the case.  

                  Demands for Justice and Accountability

  In its court filing, Mtetezi is not only pushing for the dismissal of the two Cabinet Secretaries but is also seeking broader legal protections. The petition calls for:  

1.Immediate Suspension: Both Wandayi and Kinyanjui should step aside pending the conclusion of investigations.  

2.Whistleblower Protection: Legal safeguards for those coming forward with information regarding the fuel scandal.  

2.Criminal Prosecution: Full accountability for the individuals responsible for the physical assault on Francis Awino and the press.  

  The movement’s stance remains firm, punctuated by their closing demand: "Wandayi & Lee Kinyanjui MUST Go!".  


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