Congratulations have continued to pour in for Rt. Rev. Joseph Obanyi, following his appointment by Pope Leo XIV as the first Archbishop of the newly established Archdiocese of Eldoret.
Archbishop-elect Obanyi has been serving as the Bishop of Kakamega Diocese and Apostolic Administrator of Eldoret after Archbishop Dominic Kimengich was appointed Coadjutor Archbishop of Mombasa.
In a congratulatory message posted on X, the President wished him blessings and success in his new role.
“Congratulations Rt. Rev. Joseph Obanyi on your appointment as the first Archbishop of the newly established Archdiocese of Eldoret,” he said.
President Ruto described the appointment as an opportunity to strengthen the Church’s contribution to the well-being of Christians within the Archdiocese of Eldoret and beyond.
“Your appointment by Pope Leo XIV marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Archdiocese and presents an opportunity to deepen the Church’s contribution to the well-being of the Christians of Eldoret Archdiocese and beyond,” he stated.
The President also pledged his continued support for the Church, citing its role in building a united, inclusive and prosperous nation.
“I wish you God’s blessings and success in your new calling, and look forward to strengthening our partnership in empowering communities, nurturing the next generation and building a united, inclusive and prosperous nation,” he added.
