President William Ruto visited Jesus Winner Ministry and promised Ksh 20 million to help the church buy land. He also said he would give another Ksh 100 million later.
Many people saw this as a kind act, but looking deeper, the land’s history is complicated. It involves past presidents, the military, and companies, making it more than just a simple donation.The land is part of a 20-acre piece near TRM.
According to a video posted on YouTube as seen by this writer, former President Moi gave it to a company called Solio Construction Limited in 1999. Two years later, in 2001, Solio sold it to Kasarani Mall Limited, a company linked to Uchumi Supermarkets.
The government had a big stake in Uchumi through organizations like the Industrial and Commercial Development Corporation and Kenya Wine Agencies.
Even with these business transactions, one strange thing stands out. The Kenya Defense Forces have been guarding the land for years even though they are not listed as owners.
Documents show that the 20-acre land has two separate title deeds. One covers 17 acres and is under KDF, while the other three acres belong to Jesus Winner Ministry through a company called Jewel Complex Limited. KDF controlled the only road leading to the land, making it difficult for anyone else to access.
This explains why Ruto said he had ordered the army to leave and allow the church to build. Without this, the church might have struggled to develop the land.
Records show that Jewel Complex Limited agreed to buy the land for Ksh 420 million in 2018. Documents also prove that payments of Ksh 410 million have already been made. Ruto’s Ksh 20 million donation happens to be exactly what was left to complete the purchase. This raises many questions. Did Ruto really use his own money, or did the funds come from taxpayers?
The land deal itself appears legal, but Ruto’s involvement and financial promises create suspicion. His pledge of another Ksh 100 million makes people wonder if he has political motives.
Churches have a big influence in Kenyan politics, and leaders often use them to gain support. With the 2027 elections coming up, this move could be part of a strategy to win over religious voters.
If he keeps his promise to donate Ksh 100 million, where will the money come from?
These are questions that remain unanswered, and only time will tell the real truth behind this land and Ruto’s donations.
