‘Buy No Fear!’ – Ichung’wah Tells Church Leaders Visiting State House
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has asked religious leaders to ignore those who criticize their participation with the government.
Speaking at a church service in Khwisero, Kakamega County, on Sunday, Ichung’wah stated that the church’s relationship with the government will promote peace and stability in the country.
He urged the clergy not to be afraid to meet with President William Ruto, pointing out that they also have an important role in providing leadership advice to the government.
“I see on social media pastors being condemned because they have gone to State House. What the President said [is] that we shall continue to consult with everybody,” said Ichung’wah.
“Buy no fear, it is your State House. Pray with the President, advise him and also get counsel from him on things you can work with the government to help Kenyans.”
National Assembly majority leader Kimani Ichung’wa attends church service at Ekambuli Church of God in Khwisero. pic.twitter.com/wHt6QGJ8K3
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The senator also chastised individuals who attack religious leaders who are warming up to the state, insisting that the cooperation will be expanded to include more members attending the State House.
“We will continue to welcome even many more and even ordinary Kenyans will have ideas on the growth of our country,” added Ichung’wah.
“Wale was kupiga kelele waendelee lakini wenye wanataka kusaidia wananchi waendelee kufanya hivyo.”
He also made a Ksh.5 million payment to the religious on President Ruto’s behalf, which has been strongly condemned by a number of religious leaders around the country.
On November 17, 2024, the Archdiocese of Nairobi returned the Ksh.2.8 million presented by President Ruto and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja.
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The Archdiocese rejected the money raised at Soweto Catholic Church, citing Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) regulations and the Public Fundraising Appeals Bill 2024.
Sakaja donated Ksh.200,000 to the Parish Choir and Parish Missionary Council (PMC), while the President contributed Ksh.600,000 to the same organizations.
President Ruto also provided Ksh.2 million to the Father’s House project.
Ruto has, however, stated that he will not refrain from making monetary donations to churches and will continue to collaborate with interested church leaders to build effective leadership.
‘Buy No Fear!’ – Ichung’wah Tells Church Leaders Visiting State House
