President William Ruto visited Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery in Lagos, highlighting Kenya’s plans for a new East African refinery in Lamu. During the tour, Ruto emphasized the project’s potential to boost fuel security and industrial growth. The visit took place ahead of the Lamu refinery’s scheduled groundbreaking on September 30, 2026.
Ruto praised the Dangote Refinery as a model for Kenya’s upcoming project, noting its role in improving energy reliability. The visit was arranged by Aliko Dangote, CEO of the Dangote Group. Kenya aims to leverage the Lamu refinery to reduce fuel imports and strengthen regional energy ties.
The Lamu refinery is expected to create jobs and support local industries. Ruto reiterated the government’s full backing for the project, which is seen as a key step in Kenya’s economic development. The visit underscores growing regional cooperation between Kenya and Nigeria in energy infrastructure.
The project remains in the planning phase, with details on funding and timelines still under discussion. Ruto’s visit signals strong political support for the initiative, which could reshape East Africa’s energy landscape.
