Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi went on the defensive during a live interview with Citizen TV journalist Yvonne Okwara, sparking nationwide debate.

The interview focused on the energy sector and the government’s recent agreements but revealed clear gaps in the CS’s responses.

Wandayi seemed unprepared for key questions, often giving broad statements instead of the specific details needed.

One of the most talked about moments came when he was asked to explain the type of crude oil Kenya is processing in Turkana County.

The CS described it as good quality oil and invited the journalist to visit and see it instead of giving technical details.

The response failed to satisfy viewers expecting a clearer explanation from the head of the Energy Ministry.

He also struggled to outline the ministry’s exact role following the cooperation agreement between the national government and Nairobi County.

He talked about street lighting and expanding electricity connections in informal settlements but said he did not have the exact figures or cost projections available.

When asked why electricity costs in Kenya remain high compared to neighboring countries, Wandayi insisted that the prices are competitive but did not provide any comparative data.

Throughout the interview, Okwara kept her composure while repeatedly seeking clarity.

Online, many Kenyans criticised the CS, questioning his grasp of the docket and the expertise that earned him a Cabinet position after President William Ruto reconstituted his government in 2024.

For many viewers, the exchange raised fresh concerns about accountability and preparedness within the country’s leadership.