The Return of Adulterated Fuel As Polycarp Igathe Returns To Vivo Energy

A Shell petrol station

Equity Bank Managing Director Polycarp Igathe has been reappointed Vice President Sales & Marketing at Vivo Energy; the appointment takes effect on September 1.

Vivo Energy Kenya is the company that distributes and markets Shell-branded fuel and lubricants. It was established in 2012.

However, the return of Mr. Igathe, brings bad memories to staff and motorist alike.

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Here is a recap of what happened about two years ago when Mr. Igathe was at the helm of Vivo Energy. ERC found Shell guilty of selling adulterated fuel

Consumer Federation of Kenya (COFEK) launched a petition to boycott Shell products