Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna alleges that parliamentary gatekeepers have blocked his request for key information on the proposed Lamu oil refinery project from reaching the Senate floor. In a formal statement request dated October 2, 2026, Sifuna asked the Senate Standing Committee on Energy to compel the production of crucial records regarding the mega-infrastructure development in Lamu County. The senator requested full disclosure across several critical fronts, seeking documentation on public participation to show how the government involved local communities and stakeholders. He also demanded clear details on the financing and implementation model, specifically outlining the financial burden expected on The post Why Sifuna’s Lamu Oil Refinery Request Failed to Reach Senate Floor appeared first on Nairobi Wire.