James Maina Ng’ang’a, the controversial founder of Neno Evangelism, has once again sparked debate with his recent claim that makeup is “devilish.”
During a sermon, Ng’ang’a vividly described women fearing rain because it might ruin their makeup, suggesting that such cosmetic enhancements are a form of deception promoted by the devil.
“All these women here, if they undress, you will run away. When it rains, you will see them bending because they are afraid their makeup will peel off. They have layers of mud and holes on their faces. It is called makeup. The devil shows you to stay with some makeup on because he does not want you to remain original,” Ng’ang’a declared.
Ng’ang’a’s statements have frequently attracted attention for their divisive nature.
In another instance, Ng’ang’a issued a stern warning to his wife, Loise Murugi, about going through his phone, which elicited a range of reactions.
During his sermon, he made it clear that his wife must be prepared to face the consequences if she dares to touch his phone.
“Ukigusa simu yangu wewe mke wangu, ujipange na hio mambo. Usiniletee mambo ya ujinga. Wewe uko na simu yako, mimi nimeshika yako?” Ng’ang’a questioned.
He explained that if his wife notices someone has called him, she should dial the number and ask the person directly, emphasizing that the question should not be directed to him.
He stressed that merely living with someone doesn’t confine him to a prison and clarified that he doesn’t tamper with other people’s phones.
Ng’ang’a further explained that he doesn’t go through his wife’s phone because he respects her privacy. According to him, he doesn’t feel the need to investigate everyone in her phone, as if she wants to be involved with other men, she will do so regardless.
