John Pesa and art of speaking from both sides of the mouth

Holy Ghost Coptic Church Spiritual Leader Father John Pesa addresses the press at his church in Kisumu on October 14, 2020. He claims that his life is in danger after visiting Deputy President William Ruto at his home in Sugoi. [Collins Oduor, Standard]

No one really talks normally once the cameras start rolling. It is even worse if the person talking is a politician, harbours political ambition or intends to placate a politician.

This was evident when Deputy President William Ruto, barely recovered from the affront by the State on his political activities, hosted a delegation at his Sugoi home on Monday. Among the visitors was the effervescent His Holiness Father John Pesa.