President William Ruto on Wednesday hosted a group of church leaders from the Evangelical and Pentecostal communities at State House in Nairobi, underscoring the strong relationship between religious institutions and the government.
The delegation was led by Redeemed Gospel Church Presiding Bishop, Kepha Omae, who, along with other faith leaders, engaged in discussions with the President on the ongoing collaboration between the church and the state.
In a statement following the meeting, President Ruto emphasized that both religious institutions and the government serve the same people and have a long-standing history of working together to foster national unity.
He reiterated the importance of their partnership in providing vital social services, such as education, health care, and assistance to vulnerable communities.
“Religious faiths and the State serve the same people and have always worked together in ensuring national cohesion and providing social services, including education, health, and helping the vulnerable. We commit to maintain this partnership,” Ruto said.
The meeting comes amid growing concerns from a section of church leaders, who have voiced their dissatisfaction with the current administration’s direction in recent weeks.
Some churches had even returned financial donations made by President Ruto and other elected officials for church projects, citing differences with the government’s approach.
Despite the tensions, the meeting at State House marked a reaffirmation of the government’s commitment to working hand-in-hand with church leaders to address key national issues and enhance social development efforts across the country.
