Nabii Yohana (V), a self-proclaimed prophet hailing from Nandolia village in Bukembe West Ward, Kanduyi Constituency, has surpassed the record set by the late Akuku Danger. While Akuku Danger had 45 wives and over 210 children, Nabii Yohana has entered matrimony with 46 wives, resulting in 289 children and 232 grandchildren.
Claiming that his wives are divinely chosen by God, Nabii Yohana asserts that he has never pursued a conventional dating process. He believes that, as per God’s word, he is meant to marry up to 48 wives to avoid committing adultery. Remaining committed to this divine command, he has never shaved since birth.
A devoted vegetarian, Nabii Yohana resides in five homes, with his wives distributed across Soi, Lugari Sub County; Kimilili; Chereng’any; Kakamega town; and Kitale town. Preferring saga, suja (bitter vegetables), and murenda over meat, he has established a unique dietary lifestyle.
Originally named Ronald Nakalila Wanyama, Nabii Yohana claims to be the reincarnated John the Baptist, stating that he lived as a white man in the US before returning to Africa, where he anticipates a 280-year lifespan. According to his prophecy, he is destined to die, resurrect, and live for another 2,700 years.
On a mission to “save mankind from corruption, homosexuality, and bad governance,” Nabii Yohana aims to establish himself as the last prophet sent by God. To fulfill this role, he has spent 68 years revising the Bible, with his version set to be unveiled on April 23 at his Muungano Church of Holy Spirit for All Nations in Nandolia village, Bungoma.
In an interview, Nabii Yohana revealed that his Bible consists of 93 books, including 48 for the Old Testament. He has assigned unique names to some of the books, such as Mfarisayo Wilson, Agnes, Mfarisayo Geoffrey, Benson (II), Peter Petro, and Mfarisayo Peter, among others. Unlike the traditional Bible, his version features only verses, omitting chapters.
With a substantial following in Bungoma, Uasin Gishu, Nandi, and Kisumu County, Nabii Yohana is urging churches in Kenya to migrate by April. Simultaneously, he plans to petition the government for the introduction of his currency, “Mzawadi,” aiming to replace the shilling. Additionally, he calls for the relocation of the Central Bank headquarters to the Kenya-Uganda border at Lwakhakha, where his currency will be officially launched.
Attributing societal issues to the existing currency, Nabii Yohana contends that corruption, violence, political assassinations, and the spread of HIV/AIDS can be curtailed by abolishing the current currency. He questions the presence of President Mzee Jomo Kenyatta’s image on the currency, suggesting it implies private ownership.
Beyond his unconventional endeavors, Nabii Yohana also claims to have the ability to resurrect the dead and heal the sick, catering to a diverse clientele, including politicians and government officials. His methods include jumping over the deceased three times for resurrection and stepping on the sick for healing.
