Religious leaders in diaspora have called for political tolerance in Kenya.
The clergy have warned of conflicts and chaos in the country if the current political rhetoric the country goes on un-abated.
Led by Bishop Sammy Gitonga of Remnants Ministries International in Seattle who represented churches in diaspora, said the rising political temperatures might lead the country back to the skirmishes experienced during the 2007/2008 Post-Election Violence.
According to Bishop Gitonga, tension similar to the one that led to PEV of 2007 and 2008 violence was being experienced in Kenya today.
He noted the political intolerance characterized by armed gangs at political rallies, leaders fist-fights in public and insults and divisive narratives were an indicator of worse times ahead.
The clergyman urged politicians to carry out their daily businesses with decorum and avoid dividing the nation along class or ethnicity.
He at the same time asked President William Ruto to restore Kenya’s dignity and ensure peace now and in the future.
“The ongoing political intolerance is uncalled for at a time when the country is facing several challenges such as financial crunch,” he said.
The clergyman asked Kenyans to reject Political leaders who are propagating hatred among Kenyans and urged fellow clerics to demand peace from politicians.
This, even as he announced they will be holding special prayers for the nation.
The prayers will focus on themes of peace, unity, and love.
According to him, these prayers will be held in Seattle America on 17th and 18th of this month and they have invited Bishop Maina Nganga as guest speaker in response to ongoing challenges facing the country.
