Dorcas Rigathi Blasts William Ruto for Building Church at State House: “Think Twice”
Dorcas Rigathi has stirred public emotion after boldly criticizing President William Ruto for building a multi-million-shilling church within State House grounds. Her unexpected remarks have fueled the firestorm surrounding the president’s controversial move.
Speaking at the funeral of her husband’s aunt in Nyeri on Saturday, July 5, Dorcas broke her silence, aligning herself with the growing public dissent. With a somber tone, she reminded Ruto of his spiritual roots and called on him to self-reflect.
“Mr. President, we used to pray with you. You used to speak in tongues. You are a Christian. God called you,” Dorcas declared.
She warned that Kenya’s spiritual foundation is shaky due to ongoing unresolved societal injustices. She referenced extrajudicial killings and the rising number of youth deaths allegedly linked to state forces.
“Let’s build the spiritual one first. Because the blood that is in our hands, that is not right,” she cautioned.
“Mr. President, go back, think about it. As a Christian, we must follow the Ten Commandments.”
Her message resonated deeply with many Kenyans still recovering from the Gen Z protests and alleged state brutality.
Meanwhile, Rigathi Gachagua took the chance to escalate his war of words with the president. Referencing the 2007 post-election tragedy, he criticized Ruto’s priorities.
“If he really cares about churches, let him rebuild Kiambaa first—where innocent worshippers were burnt alive,” he said.
“Buy your own land. You’re free to build whatever you want there.”
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka took it a notch higher, warning of constitutional consequences.
“There is a clear line of separation between state and religion. Even the colonialists didn’t build churches inside Government House!” he blasted.
“This tragic drama, Mr. William Ruto, has to stop. Uphold the Constitution you swore to protect.”
Despite the wave of criticism, President Ruto is not backing down. Speaking in Nairobi on Friday, July 5, he explained his disdain for the small old chapel he found at State House.
“It does not befit the status of State House. I will build a dignified church, whether the devil likes it or not.”
He also assured taxpayers the funds wouldn’t come from public coffers.
“No coin from the taxpayer will be used. I’ll fund it from my own pocket.”
Still, religious and civil society leaders fear that such a symbolic act may deepen religious divides, especially among minority faiths.
As emotions run high, many are left wondering: Is Ruto’s vision of a holy sanctuary at the heart of Kenya’s presidency noble or misplaced?
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Dorcas Rigathi Blasts William Ruto for Building Church at State House: “Think Twice”
