Archbishop Ole Sapit Speaks On His Relationship With Ruto
ACK Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit has denounced as false social media comments that the church has lost its support for President William Ruto following the death of Albert Ojwang.
Sapit, on the other hand, expressed sadness about the teacher’s loss in a statement released on Tuesday, June 10.
He vowed to continue fighting for all Kenyans who face injustice.
Sapit also noted that, while the words spreading online were well-intentioned, he did not make them and did not like his name being used to disseminate propaganda.
“We have noted a post circulating online concerning the tragic death of Albert Ojwang, a young Kenyan,” part of the statement read.
“First, let me state unequivocally: we grieve deeply. Every life lost unjustly is a wound to the soul of our nation. We continue to pray for the bereaved family and for justice to prevail.”
“However, I must clarify: The statements attributed to me in that post were not made by me,” it added.
“While I remain unwavering in my commitment to truth, justice, and the dignity of our young people, I do not condone the misrepresentation of my words for any agenda, however well-intentioned.”
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He also urged Kenyans to retain sobriety, not sensationalism, healing, not hijacking, and truth, not twisting, at a time when their assistance was most required for Ojwang’s justice.
He closed his comments by urging for police accountability and Kenyans to maintain peace.
“We demand full accountability from the police, under whose custody this young man died. We call upon the government to bring an end to all forms of extrajudicial killings,” he stated.
“And we urge all Kenyans to remain peaceful with one another, even as we stand firm in protecting our democratic and constitutional rights from those who would undermine them.”
On Monday, May 9, a statement purported to be from the archbishop began circulating on social media.
It alleged that the church had withdrawn its support for the president and that Kenyans.
“Mr. President, even if you come before the nation once more to apologise, let me tell you the truth, there is no room left for mercy,” part of the fake statement read.
“You have hurt this nation beyond what words can heal. You have troubled us enough. You have burdened Kenyans enough. You have shed enough innocent blood.”
“Mr. President, for the support the Church once gave you, we withdraw it. Completely. You have chosen evil over righteousness, and Jesus Himself told us to have no part in darkness,” another section read.
“We will not defend you anymore. We will not stand beside you anymore. The Church is deeply disappointed. Heartbroken. Betrayed!”
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Ojwang’s death in a police cell at Central Police Station has sparked popular outrage.
Kenyans have dismissed the official police account that he died from beating his head on the jail wall, demanding a thorough probe into the incident.
The dead teacher was apprehended in Homa Bay on Saturday afternoon while accompanied by his father.
He was then driven over 300km to Nairobi for reportedly defaming the Deputy Inspector General, Kenya Police Service (KPS), Eliud Lagat, in a social media post.
Archbishop Ole Sapit Speaks On His Relationship With Ruto
