Mike Sonko Fumes After Gas Station Attendant Mistakenly Fills His Car with Diesel Instead of Petrol
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko recently found himself in a frustrating situation when his Nissan Patrol mistakenly filled diesel instead of petrol. An incident that occurred at a local gas station led to a series of events that highlighted the risks and consequences of improperly filling a gasoline truck with diesel.
In a video shared on social media, Sonko is seen approaching the service station attendant responsible for the mistake. A visibly upset Sonko asked the attendant how such a mistake could have happened.
Huyu jamaa amenikatisia sana instead ya kuewa petrol kwa gari ameniwekea diesel. Buree kabisa. pic.twitter.com/DDeKDgonrP
— Mike Sonko (@MikeSonko) March 27, 2024
“Kwa nini unaweka diesel sasa? Hukusoma ama hujaangalia?” Sonko asked, searching for an explanation for the misfortune.
The fuel attendant, clearly shaken, tried to clarify that he assumed the vehicle parked in front of the diesel pump had deliberately taken diesel to fill up. “Nikajua mwenye amepark hapa amesoma hii label,” the attendant explained, indicating that he believed the previous customer had read fuel type labels.
Despite the frustration that his high-value vehicle was fueled with the wrong fuel, Sonko showed a level of understanding and forgiveness. He offered to pay for the misplaced diesel and assured the operator that he would not lose his job because of the mistake.
Mike Sonko forgives staff
“Ntakulipia usifutwe kazi, but next time unauliza. Leo nimekusamehe,” stated Sonko stressing the importance of double checking and asking for confirmation to avoid such mistakes in the future.
The video also captured the careful process of moving Sonko’s car to drain the diesel, thus avoiding potential engine damage such as a clogged fuel filter and engine misfiring.
Misfueling a petrol car with diesel can have serious consequences, as the risks outlined by Acko Drive highlight. The higher viscosity of diesel compared to gasoline can lead to clogged fuel filters, injector problems, spark plug failures, and ultimately engine failure if not addressed immediately.
Sonko’s experience serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and clear communication for both service station operators and vehicle owners to avoid costly and potentially dangerous wrong-fuel accidents.
