Dangote breaks silence on Lamu refinery land compensation dispute
Aliko Dangote has said land compensation for the site of his planned Ksh2 trillion East Africa Oil Refinery in Lamu was already handled by the Kenyan government, as residents demanding compensation and recognition of their land interests protested ahead of the project’s groundbreaking ceremony. The Dangote Group president and chief executive addressed the contentious land […]
Aliko Dangote has addressed the land compensation dispute for his planned East Africa Oil Refinery in Lamu, stating that the issue had already been handled by the Kenyan government. Over 100 residents have filed a case at the Malindi Environment and Land Court, arguing that their families have occupied, cultivated, and developed parts of the disputed land for generations.
The residents claim they have not been included in compensation or resettlement arrangements, and they want recognition and compensation before the project proceeds. The controversy has led to protests and court interventions, with police deploying teargas to disperse demonstrators. Despite the challenges, the groundbreaking ceremony for the refinery is scheduled for September 30, though some activities at the site may be affected while the legal case is pending.
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