Catholic Bishop of Eldoret, Dominic Kimengich, has issued a stern warning to Kenyan leaders and government officers about the growing levels of corruption in the country. Speaking during a Palm Sunday service at St. Matthews Cathedral in Eldoret, Bishop Kimengich condemned the rampant misuse of public resources, stating that corruption has reached alarming levels that threaten the country’s future.
Kimengich emphasized that the consequences of corruption were not only immoral but deeply damaging to the nation. He stated that many poor Kenyans are now forced to pay bribes to access basic services, with some public jobs being sold to the highest bidder. He expressed concern that Kenya is becoming a country where only a few wealthy individuals benefit from public office, while the majority of the population, especially the poor, are left behind. “We are completely destroying our country through corruption,” he said.
The Bishop urged those in leadership to act with integrity and responsibility, warning that their involvement in corrupt practices would not go unpunished. He reiterated that public jobs should be fairly distributed and accessible to all Kenyans, not just those in power. The Bishop called for the government to ensure that taxes paid by citizens are used prudently to develop the country and create opportunities for the youth.
Beyond corruption, Bishop Kimengich also addressed the issue of insecurity in the Kerio Valley, which has seen a resurgence of banditry. He called on the government to take immediate action to ensure the safety of residents and prevent further loss of innocent lives. “The government should not allow a few people to take us back with the killing of innocent people in Kerio Valley,” he urged, asking security forces to assert control over the situation.
The Bishop concluded by affirming the church’s commitment to stand firm on issues affecting Kenyans, offering prayers for God’s intervention in the fight against corruption and insecurity. His call for accountability and justice resonates as the country grapples with these pressing challenges.
