This archive report was first published on 27 September 2021.
A screenshot circulating on social media claiming that Deputy President William Ruto copied ODM leader Raila Odinga's Bible verse is fake.
On September 26, 2021, Raila Odinga shared a Bible verse on his Facebook page during his visit at PCEA Nanyuki, Laikipia County. The verse read: 'Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!' – Psalms 133.
He also posted: 'Happy to fellowship with the congregants at PCEA Nanyuki, Laikipia County. We pray for the health and well-being of all Kenyans and ask God to bless our nation and keep us united.'
However, Ruto did not copy Raila's post. Instead, he shared a different Bible verse during his visit at A.I.P.C.A, St. Lorent Angaine Church – Timau, Buuri constituency, Meru County. The verse read: 'But among you it will be different. Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant — Matthew 20:26.'
He was at the Kinoru Primary School grounds, North Imenti, Meru County to congratulate The Very Rev. Canon David Muuro Nkaabu as the third Bishop of the Anglican Church of Kenya, Diocese of Meru.
