Kenya: MPs Accuse Ruto of Targeting Tata Chemicals Over Mineral Deposits
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Members of Parliament allied to the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) have accused President William Ruto of using regulatory concerns as a pretext to push Tata Chemicals out of Lake Magadi, alleging that the government is targeting potentially lucrative lithium and oil deposits in the area.
Members of Parliament from the Democracy for Citizens Party have accused President William Ruto of targeting Tata Chemicals over mineral deposits in Lake Magadi, alleging a personal interest in the area's natural resources. The lawmakers demand the immediate reversal of Tata's suspension, warning that the shutdown threatens jobs and local livelihoods.
The MPs argue that the real issue is the potential value of lithium and oil deposits in the Magadi area, which Ruto aims to exploit for personal gain. They also accused the president of forcing Tata out to bring in new investors, including his Gulf energy associates, for oil exploration.
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