The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has dismissed a viral poster circulating on social media claiming that fuel prices had been revised from April 1, terming the information false.

The poster alleged that the cost of petrol, diesel and kerosene had increased significantly and presented the figures as an official announcement from the regulator. However, EPRA clarified that the document was not issued by the authority.

In a statement shared on its official X account on April 1, EPRA warned the public against spreading or relying on the misleading information.

“The poster circulating online that EPRA has revised pump prices is fake,” the authority stated.

According to the regulator, fuel price adjustments in Kenya follow a specific legal framework and timeline, meaning any announcement outside the established schedule should be treated with caution.

“Under Section 101 (y) of the Petroleum Act 2019 and Legal Notice No. 192 of 2022, EPRA announces the applicable fuel price schedule for the subsequent month on the 14th of every month,” the authority explained.

The viral poster falsely suggested that the prices of Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene had been revised upward beginning April 1, sparking widespread reactions online before the regulator issued its clarification.

EPRA reiterated that official fuel price updates are always communicated through its verified channels, including its website and official social media platforms.

The authority urged members of the public to verify information before sharing it online to avoid spreading misinformation.

EPRA is responsible for regulating the downstream petroleum sector in Kenya, including setting the maximum retail prices for petroleum products during its monthly review.

Fuel price announcements by the regulator are closely watched by motorists, transport operators and businesses because of their direct impact on the cost of living and the broader economy.

The regulator has now advised the public to ignore the fake poster and rely only on official communication regarding fuel price changes.