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Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has said developing Kenya’s oil resources in Turkana could help reduce fuel prices and improve the country’s supply of petroleum products.
Nyoro argued that locally produced oil could help Kenya rely less on external sources and strengthen the stability of fuel supplies. He made the remarks during an interview with Meru FM on Wednesday, August 16, 2026.
The lawmaker said Kenyans should push for the development of the Turkana oil project, which he believes could play an important role in addressing the high cost of petrol and diesel.
According to Nyoro, the challenges affecting fuel prices in Kenya cannot be blamed entirely on international market conditions. He alleged that some senior political leaders had become involved in the petroleum business, contributing to problems within the sector.
Nyoro also accused President William Ruto of involvement in the petroleum business and criticised the government’s approach to fuel imports.
The MP further pointed to taxes as another major factor behind high fuel prices. He claimed that taxes account for about 45 per cent of the amount motorists pay for fuel.
Nyoro also alleged that the fuel levy had already been secured for the next seven years. He linked the situation to the political transition expected after the 2027 General Election.
He maintained that developing Turkana’s oil resources could eventually help Kenya stabilise its petroleum supply and reduce pressure on consumers.
His remarks come as Kenyans continue to debate the rising cost of fuel and how the country should manage its petroleum resources.