According to Gachagua, the purpose of the trip was to engage international oil companies in negotiations aimed at reviewing fuel pricing arrangements.
He suggested that the discussions were part of ongoing efforts to address the rising cost of fuel in the country.
“On the night of April 5th and 6th, 2026, William Ruto dispatched a high-powered delegation to Dubai led by CS Wandayi, acting CEO EPRA Joseph Oketch, and other government officials, together with Gulf Energy, to renegotiate new prices with international oil companies.
This is why CS Wandayi was unavailable when he was required to appear in Parliament,” Gachagua said.
The former Deputy President linked the trip to Wandayi’s absence from a scheduled appearance in Parliament, where the Cabinet Secretary had been expected to respond to questions related to the energy sector and fuel pricing.
Gachagua’s remarks come at a time when fuel prices have risen sharply, with petrol and diesel costs surpassing Ksh200 per litre in several parts of the country.
The increase has sparked public debate over the factors influencing fuel prices and the role of government policy in managing the situation.
While the government has previously attributed the rise in fuel prices to global market dynamics and external factors, Gachagua’s statement introduces a new dimension by pointing to direct negotiations with international suppliers.
It remains unclear what specific agreements, if any, were reached during the reported Dubai meetings, or how they may impact fuel prices in the coming weeks.
Neither the Ministry of Energy nor the officials mentioned had publicly responded to the claims at the time of publication.
The involvement of Gulf Energy, as cited by Gachagua, also raises questions about the role of private sector players in negotiations related to national fuel supply and pricing.