Uhuru blasts church leaders for misleading Mt Kenya in 2022
Uhuru blasts church leaders for misleading Mt Kenya in 2022
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has publicly admonished religious leaders, urging them to stay out of partisan politics and accusing some of misleading Kenyans during the 2022 elections.
Speaking at the burial of the late Senator Daniel Karaba in Kirinyaga on Wednesday, Kenyatta called on clergy to focus on spiritual guidance and leave political matters to elected leaders.
“I plead with you, respectfully. You played a big role in misguiding our people in the wrong direction. I do not know your reasons, but please stop misleading them,” he said, speaking in his native Kikuyu language.
“Guide them spiritually and lead them to the Kingdom of God through His Son Jesus Christ. But earthly matters should be left to leaders who understand them better. Let everyone do their work,” Kenyatta added.
He cautioned voters against being swayed by sweet political rhetoric, saying many politicians exploit charm and persuasion to manipulate the public.
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“It is good to listen to leaders… Politicians have a sweet tongue, and I told you. Even that last-born daughter of yours, whom you hope to marry off to a well-educated man, you may end up giving her away because of a sweet tongue,” he warned.
Kenyatta urged Kenyans to choose leaders who tell the truth, serve the public, and prioritize national development rather than personal ambition or ethnic loyalties.
Referencing his past collaboration with the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, he said both leaders had always envisioned a united Kenya guided by principles and policies, not tribalism or ethnic hatred.
“Our country needs unity for peace, stability, and progress. Leaders must have integrity, be principled, and serve their people — because in serving your people, you are also serving God,” Kenyatta said.
Addressing young voters, he urged them not to sell their votes even in exchange for money.
“If you are given money, take it, but do not give out your ID or voter’s card. Do not reject free things, but never sell your vote,” he said.
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