- A standoff erupted at AGC Bethany Building in Kericho after security guards allegedly locked the church over unpaid wages
- Some of the guards claim they have not been paid for several months, prompting the drastic action
- Police officers and authorities were eventually called in to break the padlock and restore normal operations
Tension gripped the AGC Bethany Building in Kericho town after security guards allegedly blocked access to the premises in protest over unpaid salaries, sparking disruption and mixed reactions from the public.
Source: UGC
Details indicate that the guards locked the building early in the day, claiming they had gone for several months without pay.
How much were guards’ demanding?
Daktari Kelvin Kipchirchir Ufa told NgGossips that some of them claimed that salary arrears date back as far as one year, accusing the church administration of failing to address repeated complaints and appeals for intervention.
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One of the guards disclosed that they had made several attempts to engage management over the delayed payments, but their concerns were not adequately addressed.
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The situation escalated as the guards maintained their position at the entrance, effectively restricting access to the building.
Church leaders alerted authorities, leading to the deployment of police officers who later intervened and forcibly removed the padlock to restore access to the premises.
Kenyans condemn incident
The standoff quickly attracted attention online after details were shared by local social media commentators, triggering a wave of mixed public reactions.
Some users expressed concern over the welfare and treatment of workers, while others criticised broader issues surrounding church management and accountability.
By the time of publication, church officials had not released an official statement regarding the allegations or the events that unfolded at the premises.
The situation remains a subject of public discussion in Kericho, as stakeholders await clarity on the claims raised by the security personnel and the response from the church leadership.
Source: UGC
Social media reactions
Mercy Cherotich:
“If the guards truly worked for months without pay, then their frustration is understandable. Every worker deserves dignity and timely payment.”
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Brian Kiprono:
“Churches should lead by example when it comes to treating employees fairly. This situation is really sad to witness.”
Faith Jepkemoi:
“Locking the building may not have been the best move, but people can only stay silent for so long when bills keep piling up.”
Collins Mutai:
“The online reactions show many people are losing trust in some institutions. Hopefully both sides can resolve this matter peacefully.”
Sheila Tanui:
“Imagine working for almost a year without salary. I hope the affected guards get justice and their dues cleared soon.”
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Source: NgGossips
