Edward Mwai, the founder of Jesus Winner Ministry, has disclosed that he has been receiving abusive phone calls from Kenyans following President William Ruto’s pledge of a Ksh.120 million donation to his church.
During a Sunday service, President Ruto announced a personal donation of Ksh.20 million and an additional Ksh.100 million through a harambee.
However, the pledge sparked public outrage, with many Kenyans questioning why Mwai would accept such a large donation amid widespread calls for austerity.
Some even threatened to stage protests at the church.
Mwai has now revealed that both he and his wife have been bombarded with harsh messages, forcing him to change his mobile numbers.
“I have received more than 5,000 abusive messages and cannot make calls,” he said adding that the situation has left him feeling panicked and paranoid.
He also sought to clarify the matter, insisting that Ruto’s donation was merely a pledge and that he has not received any funds from the President.
“For the record, President Ruto never left any money behind. I consider what he promised like any other pledge when you are left chasing after it to be fulfilled.
“The service was live, and I challenge you to review the footage and show me where my team or board member is receiving the donation,” he stated.
Pastor Mwai further emphasized that he neither handles tithes and offerings directly nor counts them.
“There are people who do that. They have told me they have received nothing from the President, but we will make a follow-up on the promises,” he said.
Several prominent figures have joined calls to mount physical pressure on the church.
