‘Where is my praise?’: Ruto demands recognition for Sh10m donation that split PAG leadership
Ruto accused the church of failing to acknowledge his past support — a move he said could affect his willingness to continue funding religious projects. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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President William Ruto publicly demanded recognition from the Pentecostal Assemblies of God (PAG) for a Sh10 million donation, reigniting controversy over political contributions to churches. Speaking at PAG Church’s centenary celebrations in Nyang’ori, Vihiga County, Ruto suggested that the lack of acknowledgment could affect future funding, while also pledging an additional Sh50 million for a new PAG headquarters.
- The Sh10 million donation had previously caused internal divisions within PAG, with some clergy viewing it as blurring lines between faith and political patronage.
- President Ruto's comments come amidst an uneasy relationship with the Catholic and Anglican churches, which have rejected political donations to maintain their independence.
- In November 2024, the Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi and the Anglican Church of Kenya affirmed policies barring such gifts, emphasizing neutrality and separation of church and state.
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