Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo speaks during a church service at St Pascal Catholic Church in Chiga, Homa Bay County, on July 12, 2026./HANDOUT
Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo has urged religious leaders to protect churches from political division, saying places of worship should remain centres of peace, unity and truth.
Speaking during a church service at St Pascal Catholic Church in Chiga, Homa Bay County, on Sunday, Omollo warned against allowing church pulpits to be used by leaders who spread hatred, tribalism and political intolerance.
Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo during a church service at St Pascal Catholic Church in Chiga, Homa Bay County, on July 12, 2026./HANDOUT
He said the Church has a unique responsibility to unite communities and should never be turned into a platform for divisive politics.
“Let us not desecrate our churches by allowing platforms meant for spiritual nourishment to be used to spread division and hatred. The Church must continue standing for truth, peace and unity,” Omollo said.
The principal secretary said churches play a critical role in shaping values, nurturing responsible citizens and promoting harmony in society. For that reason, he said, religious institutions have a duty to speak out against misinformation, hatred and actions that threaten national unity.
Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo with ODM party leader Oburu odinga during a church service at St Pascal Catholic Church in Chiga, Homa Bay County, on July 12, 2026./HANDOUT
Omollo said Kenya's progress depends on leaders and citizens embracing inclusivity and rejecting politics that divide communities along ethnic, regional or political lines.
He stressed that every Kenyan deserves an equal opportunity to succeed regardless of where they come from.
Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo with Homa Bay Town MP Opondo Kalamu during a church service at St Pascal Catholic Church in Chiga, Homa Bay County, on July 12, 2026./HANDOUT
The PS also praised the Catholic Church for its long-standing contribution to national development through investments in education, healthcare and social services.
He described the church as one of the government's strongest partners in improving the well-being of communities across the country.
According to Omollo, church-sponsored schools, hospitals and community programmes have continued to complement government efforts by improving access to essential services while promoting moral values among citizens.
He called on leaders across the country to focus on service delivery and development instead of engaging in divisive politics.
Omollo said Kenya's future depends on maintaining peace, stability and national cohesion, adding that development can only flourish where citizens respect one another and embrace their shared identity as Kenyans.
He urged Kenyans to continue working together to build a united and prosperous nation.
The Principal Secretary further lauded President William Ruto's administration for pursuing what he described as an inclusive development agenda aimed at ensuring all parts of the country benefit from government programmes and projects regardless of political affiliation.
He maintained that religious institutions remain important partners in promoting peaceful coexistence and strengthening national unity.
The church service was attended by several national and county leaders, including Senator Oburu Odinga, Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, Principal Secretary for Medical Services Dr Ouma Oluga, Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma, Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang'a, Migori Woman Representative Fatuma Mohammed, Nyando MP Jared Okelo, Nicholas Gumbo, Joshua Aduma, Lake Basin Development Authority Managing Director Wycliffe Ochiaga and several Members of County Assembly.
