What Ruto’s Told Bishop After He Asked For Money During Church in Nyamira, Leaving Crowd Laughing

President William Ruto has responded to a bishop who has asked him to support the church financially during an interdenominational service in Nyamira, prompting laughter among worshippers.

According to reports shared by TV47 Kenya and Lightcast TV Kenya, the moment has occurred on Sunday, November 8, during his Nyamira visit.

The preacher has spoken about the need for financial support to help churches carry out their work, including spreading the word of God.

The bishop has jokingly suggested that leaders who have opposed the use of public funds for church contributions should not receive such money, while church leaders have welcomed support for religious work.

His remarks have appeared to draw a light-hearted response from the congregation, with the exchange attracting attention.

Ruto has answered by explaining that he has not been giving money to individuals simply because they have asked for it.

Instead, he has maintained that his contributions have been directed to churches and have been made in the name of supporting God’s work.

His response has been delivered in a humorous tone, and the audience has reacted with laughter.

The president has questioned whether those seeking to reverse his position have considered the purpose behind the donations.

His remarks have reflected his defence of church contributions, which have remained a subject of public debate in Kenya.

The exchange has come at a time when Ruto has been undertaking a four-day development tour of the Gusii region.

He has attended the interdenominational service as part of his engagements in Nyamira, where local leaders and residents have gathered to welcome him.

The issue of politicians donating money to churches has previously attracted differing views, with supporters describing the contributions as assistance to religious institutions and critics raising concerns about the use of public resources.

The bishop’s comments and the president’s reply have therefore added another moment to that ongoing discussion.

Footage circulated by the two media outlets has captured Ruto addressing the congregation from the podium.

The exchange has drawn attention because of the humour surrounding a subject that has generated strong reactions for many ordinary Kenyans.

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