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James Ng’ang’a takes swipe at Kanyari and other pastors eyeing political seats
20th August, 2026 12:18 PM
Apostle James Maina Ng’ang’a has taken a swipe at fellow preachers seeking political office, appearing to question the growing trend of pastors venturing into politics ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Speaking during a church service at Neno Evangelism Centre, Ng’ang’a questioned the growing number of pastors seeking elective positions, appearing to take aim at religious leaders eyeing political seats ahead of the 2027 General Election.
The televangelist said he would take a different approach, telling his congregants not to vote for him if he ever decided to vie for a political seat.
“Nikisimama msinichague mimi, naona mapastors wameanza kusimama wachaguliwe,” Ng’ang’a said.
He also appeared to mock the campaign strategies being made by some aspirants, referencing the common political pledges of serving for one or two terms.
“Wote wanaimba nyimbo moja tu two term, one term sijui nini,” he added.
Additionally, Ng’ang’a said he had no interest in getting involved in politics, arguing that he could not follow politicians and beg them for support when they have never come to him seeking prayers.
“Mtumishi wa mungu, nionge hiyo mambo mimi? What is that to me? Wamekuja kwangu wakapiga magoti nikawaombea? Leo hii kuhani mimi nipige magoti kwake?” he said.
Preacher venturing in politics
Ng’ang’a made the remarks while reacting to religious leaders who have begun positioning themselves for elective seats, with Pastor Victor Kanyari among the clerics who have declared their political ambitions.
Kanyari has declared his intention to contest the Kasarani parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election, saying he wants to address challenges facing residents, including poor roads, water shortages, education and healthcare.
He has been actively campaigning for the Kasarani MP seat and has previously said he officially entered active politics.
The preacher has framed his bid around improving services for Kasarani residents, listing education, healthcare, employment, roads and development among the areas he would prioritise if elected.
He has also promised to support free education for children and said he wants to improve opportunities for young people in the constituency.
Kanyari’s political ambitions come as other public figures and religious leaders position themselves ahead of the 2027 elections, setting the stage for a contest that is expected to attract candidates from different backgrounds.
