Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale now wants President William Ruto to sack government officials he believes are misguiding him regarding increased fuel prices and the high cost of living.

Khalwale has specifically singled out Trade Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria, Energy’s Davis Chirchir, and Ruto's Economic Advisor David Ndii, asserting they have not met the President’s expectations.

“These people you have given jobs are exposing you badly, it is high time you fire them,” Khalwale said.

Further, he insisted that the three officials should be held accountable and required to clarify their previous statements regarding the anticipated reduction in fuel prices, which was based on a proposed plan to secure the commodity through government-to-government agreements at the time.

“I was elected in this country to serve the poor. I don’t care whether the rich people find petrol expensive but I care when the bodaboda people are unable to fuel their motorbikes,” he said.

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 The stalemate comes a few days after the Energy Petroleum and Regulatory Authority (EPRA) increased fuel prices by Kes 16.96 for petrol, Kes 21.32 for diesel, and Kes 33.13 for kerosene.

This hike has led to mixed reactions among Kenyans who accused the government of failing to fulfill its promise to reduce fuel costs.