A glimpse of what Kenya would be like under charismatic leadership

President William Ruto, his deputy Rigathi Gachagua and a host of other Kenya Kwanza leaders during a church service at Kirubia Stadium, Tharaka Nithi. [PCS]

Envision me concluding a meeting at State House, then going down Processional Way to deliver a sermon at a crusade held in Uhuru Park.

This vivid scenario was the visionary aspiration of a well-known bishop who had previously vied for the presidency. He did not succeed. But imagine for a moment that he won and become president - the commander-in-chief would also be a crusade preacher. The dream of a preaching president gives us a glimpse into the mind of a charismatic Christian leader - specifically how they envision national leadership.