President William Ruto has strongly responded to the organizers of the Occupy Jesus Winner Ministries protest in Nairobi, shortly after police dispersed demonstrators with teargas and arrested more than 30 youth.
Speaking during a church service at AIC Fellowship Annex Church in Eldoret on Sunday, Ruto criticized those opposing contributions to churches, asserting that they have no place in Kenya.
The President reaffirmed his commitment to supporting places of worship, despite mounting criticism from the public.
“Those who are against the word of God and the construction of churches in Kenya will not succeed. They will not overcome us,” Ruto declared. “Let it be clear that in this nation, Kenya, God will be known.
Some people do not believe in God, do not support the building of churches, and do not want us to contribute to God’s work—but I want to declare as the leader of this country that Kenya will always honor God.”
He went on to emphasize the country’s Christian foundation, insisting that faith would remain at the heart of Kenya’s identity.
“As a nation, we will remain firm in our beliefs. We will continue to build churches and support God’s work because that is our foundation. No amount of resistance will change that,” he added.
Youth Arrested After Protest at Church
Ruto’s remarks came just hours after police arrested 38 youth and detained them at Kasarani Police Station.
Officers from the General Service Unit (GSU) took action after the protesters attempted to march to Jesus Winner Ministries church.
During the church service, Bishop Edward Mwai confirmed that some of the young people had been detained after arriving with their phones, which they allegedly planned to use for mobilizing additional protesters.
However, Mwai stated that he had chosen to forgive them and had requested the police to set them free.
“I know that there were individuals influencing these youth, and some of them have been arrested and are currently in custody.
But I have forgiven them and asked for their release. This altar will show them that God is present,” Mwai said.
Meanwhile, police were forced to use teargas at the Roysambu roundabout in Nairobi as large crowds of youth attempted to march toward the church.
The protest led to running battles between the demonstrators and the police, causing disruptions on the busy Thika Road.
Despite the crackdown, tensions remained high as youth expressed their frustration over the incident, signaling a growing wave of discontent over church contributions and government policies on religious donations.
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