CITAM Says It Did Not See Protesters Coming To Valley Road Church To Seek Refuge
According to CITAM, a review of CCTV footage and entry records found no indication that anyone had approached the church seeking shelter on that day.
Marvin Chege 
Christ is the Answer Ministries (CITAM) has addressed online claims suggesting that protesters were denied refuge at their Valley Road church during the June 25 demonstrations, clarifying that the allegations are false.
In a statement issued on June 26, CITAM Deputy Bishop Justus Mugambi refuted the claims, stating that no protesters were turned away from the church.
According to CITAM, a review of CCTV footage and entry records found no indication that anyone had approached the church seeking shelter on that day.
Inside CITAM Valley Road church during a past service. /CITAM
"Based on our security records and a thorough review of CCTV footage, there is no evidence that any person approached the premises seeking refuge on the said date. Therefore, no individual was denied entry," the statement read in part.
CITAM explained that the church had put plans in place to support anyone in need during the protests, but reaching the premises was challenging because of roadblocks that had been set up.
“We received calls from people who wanted help, and we directed them to CITAM Valley Road. We were ready for them until 1:30 am, and no one came for help,” the statement continued.
“CITAM Valley Road was not easily accessible during the protests, as surrounding roads were barricaded, which made it almost impossible for a demonstrator to get to CITAM Valley Road."
The church emphasised that, as a matter of policy, all CITAM assemblies consistently keep their doors open to anyone in need.
“It is our policy and practice that the doors of all our CITAM assemblies remain open to anyone in need of help. We regularly assist members of the public in times of crisis, without discrimination," it added.
In the statement, the church noted that CITAM has a long-standing history of responding to emergencies and national crises, including fire outbreaks.
It also affirmed its commitment to stand with all Kenyans in the pursuit of truth, justice, and unity, with the shared goal of building a more just and peaceful nation.
"CITAM has consistently responded to emergencies and national crises, including the Embakasi fire tragedy, the Mai Mahiu flood disaster, and drought relief efforts in various regions of the country,” Mugambi added.
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