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President William Ruto in Covenant Church International in Rotian, Narok County on December 28, 2025/PCS

President William Ruto on Sunday joined the faithful at Covenant Church International in Rotian, Narok County, for the church’s 20th anniversary celebrations.

The celebrations drew political and religious leaders from across the country.

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Narok North MP Agnes Pareyio, Narok Senator Ledama Olekina, Narok West MP Gabriel Tongoyo, Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga accompanied the President, underscoring the significance of the milestone for the church and the local community, accompanied the President.

President William Ruto is received at Covenant Church International in Rotian, Narok County on December 28, 2025/PCS

Addressing the congregation, Ruto said leaders seeking to challenge him politically must first present a clear agenda and demonstrate a record of performance.

He emphasised that leadership should be judged by tangible results rather than popularity or crowd-pleasing rhetoric.

“As leaders, we must be accountable. You should not be a person whom people just clap for and dance for. You must deliver,” Ruto told the congregation.

President William Ruto arrives at Covenant Church International in Rotian, Narok County, on December 28, 2025/PCS
President William Ruto and Narok senator Ledama Olekina at Covenant Church International in Rotian, Narok County on December 28, 2025/PCS

The President said Kenyans should scrutinise those aspiring for leadership positions and demand proof of what they have achieved during their time in public office. 

He added that accountability and service delivery should be the key measures of leadership, not political theatrics or empty promises.

Ruto urged leaders at all levels of government to focus on meeting the needs of citizens, saying effective leadership requires commitment, integrity and the ability to translate plans into meaningful development outcomes for communities across the country.

President William Ruto and Narok senator Ledama Olekina at Covenant Church International in Rotian, Narok County on December 28, 2025/PCS
Faithful at Covenant Church International in Rotian, Narok County on December 28, 2025/PCS
Faithful at Covenant Church International in Rotian, Narok County on December 28, 2025/PCS
President William Ruto at Covenant Church International in Rotian, Narok County, on December 28, 2025/PCS