- Kenyans reacted with outrage to a video showing Bishop David Njoroge of Neema Lema Church and congregants cleansing the vandalized house of a Molo MP, accusing them of obstructing the country’s path to revolution
- The video, featuring the bishop addressing congregants from the MP’s lavish residence, sparked widespread condemnation among Kenyans and Gen Z alike
- Many criticized the church and its leaders in the comments, expressing skepticism about the effectiveness of such rituals amidst broader opposition to the MP within the constituency
Kenyans have reacted with anger to a video showing Bishop David Njoroge of Neema Lema Church and congregants singing while cleansing the vandalized house of Molo MP, accusing them of hindering the country from revolution.
In the video, the bishop stood on a raised balcony of the MP’s lavish residence, addressing congregants in the compound, remarks that have angered many Kenyans, including Gen Zs.
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After the singing subsided, the bishop is heard urging youth to respect the government, emphasizing that humility will lead to development.
Thousands of Kenyans flooded the comments section, criticizing the church and leaders, some wishing the protesters had dispersed them.
MP Kuria Kimani’s residence was among many properties vandalized nationwide after MPs voted yes to a finance bill imposing more taxes on Kenyans.
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Videos from the June 25 incident showed protesters throwing stones, breaking windows, gaining access, and burning cars in the lot.
In a subsequent statement, the MP disclosed losses including over 10,000 chickens and other valuables.
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One commenter, Ngwe Mziwanda, challenged the bishop to resurrect youths killed by police if he truly was a man of God, while others doubted the efficacy of the cleansing ritual, noting widespread constituency opposition to the MP.
“Mwambie afufue hao vijana waliuliwa kama yeye ni mtu wa Mungu like Jesus did.” Which translates to “Tell him to raise those youths killed if he’s truly a man of God like Jesus did.”
Another, Erickoh da Kelly, suggested the church leaders may have received hefty payments to cleanse the residence, questioning why they hadn’t prayed for injured protesters.
“Those pastors must have received heavy envelopes. Did they pray for those injured? We dispute them completely.”
Another, Davis Young criticized the pastors for condoning leaders who betray the people, lamenting that churches have lost meaning by providing a platform for politicians to deceive the public, urging protesters to also scrutinize churches during future demonstrations.
“ Useless Nyinyi ndio mnaleta wezi kanisani. Makanisa yamebadilika juu mmeleta wanasiasa kupeana ahadi za uongo. Pia nyinyi tutawasalimia”
