Controversial preacher Pastor James Ng’ang’a has fired back at Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris, after she called for an investigation into a viral video where the preacher appeared to confess to taking part in a gang rape incident.
In the viral clip, Ng’ang’a narrates a disturbing story from his past, saying he was once involved in crime before turning his life around and finding salvation. The video triggered widespread outrage online, with many Kenyans calling for his arrest.
Passaris joined the conversation, urging authorities to probe Ng’ang’a’s remarks to determine whether he had indeed participated in a criminal act.
But in a fiery response during a church service, Ng’ang’a dismissed Passaris’ comments, accusing her of meddling in issues she doesn’t understand.
“My sister, wewe ni kitu kidogo kwangu, wewe ni mtoto mdogo. Tafuta rika yako, don’t try me. Mimi siyo rika yako,” Ng’ang’a said, warning the legislator to stay out of his affairs.
The preacher defended himself, insisting that his remarks were part of his personal testimony about how God transformed his life.
“I share my testimony so people come to church. Mimi napeana testimony yangu vile nimeokoka. Kuna watu jela ambao wanatupwa na shetani, and I speak for them,” he explained.
Ng’ang’a maintained that critics had taken his words out of context, stressing that his story is meant to show the power of God’s grace and redemption, not to glorify crime.
Passaris, however, stood her ground, saying such confessions cannot be brushed off lightly.
“Any admission related to sexual violence warrants a thorough investigation to ensure justice for victims,” she said.
The heated exchange between the two has reignited debate over whether religious testimonies should face legal scrutiny, especially when they involve possible past crimes.
Authorities are yet to issue an official statement on whether an investigation into Pastor Ng’ang’a’s remarks will be launched.
