VIDEO: Newly Installed Nyahururu Bishop Apologises to Gen Zs in Front of William Ruto, Vows to Discuss Finance Bill 2024
- Nyahururu ACK Diocese Bishop Samson Mburu asked for forgiveness from Gen Zs amid their call to the government to withdraw the Finance Bill 2024
- Mburu pledged to engage the youth on the social matters affecting them to ensure that an amicable solution is reached
- He made the statements during his consecration and enthronement in an event graced by President William Ruto
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Laikipia - The newly appointed bishop of Nyahururu ACK Diocese has issued a heartfelt apology to Gen Zs amidst their ongoing protests against the Finance Bill 2024.
Bishop Samson Mburu during his consecration and enthronement in Nyahururu (l). Anti-finance bill protesters at the Nairobi streets (r). Photo: William Ruto/James Wakibia. Source: Youtube
Samson Mburu Gachathi, acknowledging the grievances of the younger generation, expressed regret on behalf of the clergy and pledged his commitment to support them until a resolution is reached.
"I will be open to join in discussing social issues and endeavour to promote peace and reconciliation. To the Gen Zs, I have been followed all through. I have heard your cries and concerns and please forgive us where we have failed you as a church. As a young bishop, I can identify with your frustrations.
There is a big dichotomy between what we confess sometimes as Christians and what we practise. I will endeavour to challenge this status with my life in what I say and do. I invite you all to engage with me as we seek to find a lasting solution for our country," he said.
Supporting Bishop Gachathi's stance, Archbishop Ole Sapit urged the government to respond appropriately and address the issues raised by the youth.
The two clergy officials made these commitments during the consecration and enthronement of Mburu, which took place on Sunday, June 23.
President William Ruto and his Deputy Rigathi Gachagua, alongside other political leaders, were also present during the event.
These appeals come in the midst of street demonstrations by young people protesting against the Finance Bill 2024, which they deem burdensome.
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