Kenyan Churches Rebuked for Accepting Corruption Proceeds

Kenyan churches have been placed on the spot for accepting cash obtained from corrupt dealings.

Thirdway Alliance party leader Ekuru Aukot criticized the Church over its silence as billions of taxpayers cash continue to be looted by corrupt leaders.

Aukot, who spoke during the 12th Upper Eastern Region Ecumenical Conference at Gitoro Convention Centre, said instead of speaking out against graft, church leaders have allowed politicians to use their podiums to defend the illicitly acquired wealth.

In his explosive speech during the function organized by the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK), the former presidential aspirant said the church has a role in shaping good leadership in the country and speaking against immoralities such as corruption.

“Politics is a way of life and you cannot convince me that you are not politicians. When you preach to your congregation you talk of them leading a good life. How can they enjoy life when money is being looted?

“I have not heard the church speak up against corruption. You don’t even question why money is being stolen. You must stand up and say no to the corruption that is killing this nation,” he said.

Aukot further faulted NCCK’s call for an amendment to the constitution to expand the cxecutive by creating a prime minister post and two deputies positions. NCCK defended the move, saying it would ensure inclusiveness in government.

Aukotis of the view that  inclusivity would be realized under the current constitutional dispensation.

“If the Constitution is followed and the spirit of inclusivity adhered to in the appointment of 22 CSs and PSs, all communities in Kenya would be represented in the Executive. I don’t see the sense in expanding the Executive to serve the interests of a few individuals,” Aukot said.