Nairobi clergy endorse senator Tabitha Mutinda for 2027 women representative seat

Nominated Senator Tabitha Mutinda being anointed by clergy led by Jesus Manifestation Church Presiding Bishop Apostle William Mwangangi at All Saint Cathedral in Nairobi on June 12, 2026 after she was endorsed for Nairobi Women Representative position for 2027 race. [Boniface Okendo, Standard]

Church leaders from various denominations in Nairobi County have endorsed  Senator Tabitha Mutinda for the Nairobi Women Representative seat in the 2027 General Election during a prayer service held in the city.

The clergy said the endorsement followed an assessment of Mutinda’s leadership performance since she assumed office as Nairobi nominated Senator.
Led by Bishop William Mwangangi of Jesus Manifestation Church in Kasarani, the church leaders announced their support for Mutinda, citing her involvement in community interventions and engagement with vulnerable groups.

“We have resolved to support Senator Tabitha Mutinda based on her visible service delivery and commitment to community work,” Bishop Mwangangi said.
The clergy further called for peaceful elections ahead of the 2027 polls, urging political actors to avoid divisive campaigns, hate speech, and intolerance. They also committed to mobilizing prayers for unity and stability in the country.

“As church leaders, we are committed to praying for this nation and encouraging unity and peaceful coexistence,” said.
On national policy, the clergy expressed concern over the Finance Bill, urging leaders to prioritize public welfare in taxation and economic decisions. 

They called for broader consultation before the introduction of new tax measures, saying economic policies should not overburden ordinary citizens already facing high living costs.
They also called for accountability in the use of public resources and urged government to balance revenue collection with social protection for vulnerable households.

The religious leaders urged voters to elect leaders based on integrity, accountability, and service delivery, saying political competition should remain issue-based.
They also raised concern over unrest in learning institutions, calling for dialogue between school administrators, parents, and students to address grievances and prevent incidents such as school fires.

Senator Mutinda acknowledged the concerns raised by the clergy and urged continued cooperation between leaders and communities in addressing social and economic challenges affecting residents.

On the increased school unrest, the senator asked school leadership to embrace dialogue with students and establish a better war to cub the fires.
“To our younger ones in schools, we understand times are tough but we ask you to have a dialogue with leadership strictures in your schools, communicate your challenges and see the best way to put an end to it,” she said.