Daystar University Dismisses Allegations of Mandatory Chapel Attendance, Threatens Legal Action
Prof. Laban Ayiro, Vice-Chancellor of Daystar University, has responded to allegations made by Mohammed Ali, Member of Parliament for Nyali, concerning the institution’s operational protocols.
In his address to the congregation at the Daystar Chapel service on the Athi River campus, Professor Ayiro lamented the propagation of lies attributed to Members of Parliament.
“What has killed my heart is that in this country, we lie and call ourselves leaders,” he said.
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He refuted claims that Daystar students must attend chapel services, which supposedly affect their final semester grades.
He expressed concern over the widespread practice of lying among persons occupying positions of power in the country, supporting his argument with a reference to 1 Peter 3:15, a biblical verse.
Moreover, Professor Ayiro conveyed his hope that the Member of Parliament would gain an understanding of Daystar as an organization and his own personality.
He denied accusations of mandatory chapel attendance, noting logistical issues due to the large student population.
“If this worship was compulsory, we would have no space. I mean, I have over 7,000 students,” the VC affirmed.
“However, should a national leader choose to manifest deceit, I shall face him head-on in court.”
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In his statements, Prof. Ayiro promised to pursue legal action against the member of parliament.
Furthermore, he advocated for a critical examination of the contributions that leaders make to the country prior to undermining the standing of reputable organizations such as Daystar.
Professor Ayiro disapproved of the emphasis placed on LGBTQ issues compared to more urgent internal matters in response to accusations.
He questioned why someone would stand in a national assembly and discuss Daystar in relation to them, expressing the view that it perpetuated a certain narrative. He suggested directing efforts towards resolving issues in countries with terrible conditions rather than targeting the innocent.
Ayiro commended the students of various faiths for their unity and eagerly anticipated a forthcoming ministry visit to witness Daystar’s worship practices.
“For as long as I have stood here, I have told my Muslim pupils that we are one. “As for us, we have our own path,” he declared.
“Do you mean he loves them more than I do?” “Does he know that some members of my household identify as Christians and others as Muslims?”
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The National Assembly conducted an examination of the university’s chapel policies, which prompted Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu to give an address on the topic.
“Therefore, as I await the team’s arrival, I have a message for them.” “Perhaps your concern stems from the hope that some of us harbor in our hearts; therefore, you have the courage to speak those words,” he explained.
Speaker Moses Wetangula assigned a ministry team to investigate the allegations; CS Machogu is expected to present the findings to the education committee for additional National Assembly deliberation in two weeks.
Daystar University Dismisses Allegations of Mandatory Chapel Attendance, Threatens Legal Action
