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Geoffrey Mosiria advises Pastor Kanyari not to trust anyone with his children
22nd June, 2026 02:09 PM
Nairobi County’s Chief Officer for Customer Engagement and Citizen Service, Geoffrey Mosiria has publicly urged Pastor Kanyari to pay closer attention to his daughter’s upbringing, expressing concern over some of the content she has been sharing on social media.
In a message posted on his Instagram page on Monday, June 22, 2026, Mosiria addressed the preacher directly, saying this was not the first time he had raised concerns about the teenager’s welfare and online presence.
His remarks have since sparked discussion online, with many weighing in on the role parents should play in guiding children through adolescence, particularly in the age of social media.
Concern over social media activity
According to Mosiria, adolescence is a critical stage in a young person’s life and requires close parental involvement. He noted that children at that age are naturally curious, eager to explore the world around them and often influenced by what they see online and from those in their social circles.
Addressing Pastor Kanyari directly, Mosiria expressed concern about the teenager’s behaviour on social media.
“My good friend Prophet Kanyari, do not say I did not tell you this. This is not the first time I am raising this concern. The way your 13-year-old daughter is talking on social media, you do not need rocket science to know that she needs proper parental guidance,” he wrote.
Calls for parental responsibility
Mosiria went on to emphasise the importance of parents remaining actively involved in their children’s lives, especially during their teenage years. He warned that young people can easily find themselves in difficult situations if they lack proper guidance and support from trusted adults.
“Adolescence is a very delicate stage in a child’s life. This is the period when young people begin to explore the world, become curious about adult activities and are easily influenced by peers, social media and those around them,” he stated.
He further noted that the consequences of poor decisions made during adolescence can affect both children and their parents. “Remember, if a child goes through pain, trauma or exploitation, it is the child and the parent who will ultimately carry the burden,” he added.
Warning against trusting strangers
In his message, Mosiria also cautioned parents against leaving their children in the care of people they do not know well. While clarifying that he was not accusing anyone of wrongdoing, he encouraged parents to remain vigilant and prioritise the safety of their children at all times.
“Do not trust just anyone with your children, especially people you do not know well or those you have not grown up with. I am not accusing anyone of wrongdoing, but we live in a world where anything is possible,” he wrote.
A parent’s love cannot be replaced
As he concluded his message, Mosiria reminded parents that their role in a child’s life cannot be substituted. He encouraged busy parents to seek support from trusted family members, particularly grandparents, when necessary.
“Only a parent truly understands the pain of a child. No one can replace the love, protection and responsibility of a parent. If you are busy, involve trusted family members, especially grandparents, to help guide and support the children,” he wrote.
Mosiria ended his message by stressing that the safety, wellbeing and future of children should always come first, urging parents to remain present and involved as their children grow and navigate life’s challenges.
