President William Ruto has made it clear that he will continue financing the construction of churches across the country despite criticism from his opponents. He insisted that his commitment to building churches aligns with his faith and that no amount of opposition will stop him.
Ruto emphasized that alongside government projects like affordable housing and classrooms, he considers churches to be essential spaces that must be developed.
He stated that this is part of God’s plan and dismissed any objections as mere distractions.Speaking during a family church service at AIC Jericho in Makadara, Nairobi, Ruto assured the congregation that he would personally contribute to the completion of the church.
He emphasized that construction is a major part of his life and that even at State House, construction activities are ongoing. He added that his dedication to church projects does not require anyone’s approval and that he will always support such initiatives as a demonstration of his faith.
He announced that he would be a member of the construction committee of the church, noting that there was still some unfinished work. Ruto’s continued financial support for churches has drawn both praise and criticism.
His recent donation of Sh20 million towards the construction of the new Jesus Winner Ministry in Roysambu sparked controversy, with some questioning the source of the funds.
The President also promised to rally his allies to raise an additional Sh100 million for the project, which is expected to cost over Sh1 billion. The donation led to public debate, with some young people threatening to occupy the church in protest, demanding transparency on where the money was coming from.
In response to the controversy, the leadership of Jesus Winner Ministry defended Ruto’s donation.
The church’s Secretary-General, Raphael Mwiti, clarified that the President has been a devoted worshipper at the church since 2009 and that his contribution was made at the request of the church’s overseer, Rev. Edward Mwai.
Mwiti explained that the church had asked for Ruto’s support, and he willingly pledged Sh20 million to assist with the construction.Ruto remains adamant that his actions are guided by his faith and that opposition to his church-building efforts will not deter him.
He declared that his government will continue its development agenda while also ensuring that places of worship are built.
He dismissed critics who claim that such donations should be redirected to other sectors, maintaining that building churches is as important as any other infrastructure project.
Despite the ongoing debates, Ruto’s position remains firm, and he insists that he will not stop funding church construction, as he believes it is part of his responsibility as a leader.
