Christ Is The Answer Ministries (CITAM) has responded to social media claims alleging that the church denied help to Gen Z protesters during the June 25 anti-Finance Bill demonstrations. In a public statement, CITAM clarified its position, stating it did not turn away any young people and supports peaceful civic action grounded in justice.
Highlights
- CITAM addresses allegations of denying help to Gen Z during protests.
- Church says it supports peaceful demonstrations and national dialogue.
- Online claims suggested protesters were turned away from CITAM Valley Road.
- CITAM says doors were open and clarifies there was no blanket rejection.
- Statement urges unity, compassion, and truthful engagement.
Main Story
Following a viral post alleging that Gen Z protesters were denied entry or assistance at a CITAM location during the June 25 demonstrations, the church has issued a statement denying the claims. The post, which caused a stir online, accused CITAM of closing its gates to peaceful protestors in need of shelter or basic support.
CITAM’s Clarification
In a public response, CITAM stated that none of its assemblies instructed anyone to block or deny help to those in distress. The church emphasized that its doors remain open to all and that its leadership encourages dialogue, justice, and peaceful engagement in national affairs.
“We affirm the right of Kenyans, including the youth, to express themselves within the law,” the statement read.
CITAM was one of the religious bodies that had earlier issued statements urging government restraint, police accountability, and peaceful dialogue. Church leaders had lauded the Gen Z movement for pushing back against corruption, economic strain, and poor governance.
The viral claim remains unverified, with no physical evidence presented to show protesters were denied shelter. Some CITAM congregants also took to social media to counter the narrative, stating they witnessed doors open and food distributed to those in need on protest day.
In an age of instant information and amplified outrage, CITAM’s call for compassion, truth, and unity reminds Kenyans that clarity is just as crucial as conviction.
