President William Ruto's top government officials dedicated the year 2026 to God during the Annual Executive Office of the President Thanksgiving Service, signaling a focus on accelerated delivery ahead of the 2027 re-election bid.

• The declaration was made at the All Saints’ Cathedral, Nairobi, bringing together Cabinet Secretaries, Principal Secretaries, and other senior officials.
• The service, themed “Stewards of Trust: Giving Thanks through Lives of Service with Integrity,” emphasized integrity and accountability amid public scrutiny over governance and the cost of living.
• Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi urged officials to accelerate delivery, while Head of Public Service Felix Koskei acknowledged 2025 was demanding but stressed continued focus on performance.