Chaos at Jesus Winner Church: Kenya’s President, William Ruto, has reiterated his unwavering commitment to supporting religious institutions, stating he is unapologetic about his financial contributions to churches. Speaking at the AIC Fellowship Annex in Eldoret on Sunday, March 9, the head of state emphasized that Kenya is a Christian nation and affirmed his dedication to faith-based initiatives.
Kenya’s President Declares Nation’s Christian Identity
Ruto reaffirmed his belief in God’s transformative power, stating that Kenya’s prosperity is anchored in divine grace.
“This country is a Christian nation that worships the Lord. And we are not ashamed to be identified as Christians. We are unafraid, unashamed, and unapologetic about our faith in God. I believe that the grace of God is enough to transform this country. I am a witness of God’s faithfulness in this country,” he said.
President Ruto Blames Critics on Church Opposition
According to Ruto, opposition to his church donations is influenced by people who do not believe in God. He alleged that such individuals are working against his mission of supporting religious institutions.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the pushback from the people who don’t believe in God, who don’t believe that we should be building churches, who don’t believe that we should be supporting the work of God, I want to say that in this nation, God will be known,” Ruto stated.
Ruto Vows Continued Church Support
Despite facing backlash, Ruto expressed his unwavering commitment to contributing towards church projects. He promised to support the completion of ongoing church construction before December 2025.
“Those who know their God will be strong. I want to say that in this nation, God will be known, and we will do great exploits. I believe that the grace of God is enough to transform this country. I am a witness of God’s faithfulness in this country.”
Furthermore, he called out those opposing his church-building initiatives, asserting that their efforts would fail.
“Those against the building of churches in Kenya will fail. That is my conviction,” Ruto stated.
President Ruto’s Generosity to Jesus Winner Ministry
During his speech, the president revisited his recent visit to Jesus Winner Ministry, where he pledged to support their construction efforts. He directed the church leadership to double their previous contributions and assured them of his financial backing.
“I was in Jesus Winners last week, and the people there are wonderful. I hear you made some contributions last week here in this church for the construction. Take that amount, double it, and give me the invoice. I will send you that money,” he instructed.
Jesus Winner Church Saga: Public Scrutiny Over Ruto’s Donations
Ruto’s financial support to religious institutions has sparked debate, with critics questioning the source of his donations. His recent Ksh20 million donation to Jesus Winner Ministry has particularly drawn public attention and backlash.
On March 5, concerned Kenyans demanded the return of the Ksh20 million given to Bishop Edward Mwai, threatening legal action if the funds were not surrendered.
Protests Erupt at Jesus Winner Church Over Ruto’s Millions
On Sunday, March 9, tensions escalated when a group of youth stormed Jesus Winner Church to protest against the president’s financial contributions. Demonstrators accused Ruto of misusing public funds under the guise of church donations.
However, their demonstration was quickly thwarted by a heavy police presence deployed to maintain order. Officers used teargas to disperse the protesters and prevent them from accessing the church premises.
Police Arrest 38 Protesters Over Church Demonstrations
Law enforcement authorities confirmed that 38 protesters were arrested in connection with the attempted disruption. The police emphasized that any unlawful gatherings near places of worship would not be tolerated.
Debate on Ruto’s Church Contributions Continues
The controversy surrounding Ruto’s church donations continues to polarize Kenyans. While his supporters argue that his generosity is a testament to his faith, critics maintain that such contributions should be scrutinized for transparency and accountability.
Despite the ongoing debate, Ruto remains firm in his stance, maintaining that he will not be deterred by critics in his mission to support religious institutions across Kenya.
