Kanyari reveals plans to ordain Marion Naipei as a pastor
The Salvation and Healing Ministry founder, Victor Kanyari, has revealed plans to ordain Marion Naipei as a pastor at his church.
Speaking during an interview with local YouTubers on Friday, January 29, 2026, Kanyari said the ordination will happen soon, noting that Naipei will also be preaching at the church.
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He added that she will be part of the pastoral team at his church and even described her as his pastor.
“Very soon, Marion atakuwa our pastor hapa, nitam ordain hapa na akuwe pastor atakuwa anatuhubiria hapa hata mimi atakuwa pastor wangu,” Kanyari revealed.
Kanyari explained that his decision to support Naipei was driven by concern for her following the backlash she faced online after the scandal.
He added that he felt it would be wrong to abandon her during a difficult moment.
The preacher said he ensured Naipei joined his church as a way of offering support and guidance during the challenging period.
“Marion ni rafiki yangu na siwezi taka kuona mtu akiteseka katika nchi ya Kenya, niliona watu wakipiga Marion sana na wakati niliona anapigwa, nikajua kwamba nishawai pitia katika scandal na nikajua nikimwacha Marion hivi na akose mtu wa kusimama na yeye na kumsaidia itakuwa vibaya,” he added.
“That’s why nika make sure amekuja kanisani.”
Kanyari on the viral video
Addressing the controversy surrounding leaked private content, Kanyari appeared to downplay the issue, saying such situations are common.
“Hakuna mtu hana nudes, ni vile zake zilileak hiyo ni kawaida,” Kanyari noted.
Naipei at Kanyari’s church
This follows days after Naipei attended church service at Kanyari’s church.
Kanyari, during the service held at Salvation and Healing Ministry at Njiru, Nairobi County, on Sunday, January 25, 2026, described her as his “new sweetheart” and “my girl”, while introducing her to the congregation.
“Na sasa nilipata my new sweetheart in town, and she is here, my girl, my girl,” Kanyari said.
Kanyari revealed that he had personally invited Marion to the main service, joking that she was the one “preaching” that day.
He added that she is not only his best friend but also someone he deeply admires and loves for her confidence.
“Na nilikuambia ukuje mapema uhubiri leo main service ilikuwa ni wewe ndio uhubiri,” Kanyaria added.
“She is my bestfriend na ninampenda sana.”
The self-proclaimed prophet further highlighted the bond they share, playfully referring to themselves as future
“Nakupenda sana kwa kujiamini, do not worry, sisi ndio maceleb wa kesho, si unamimi ni celeb wa Ksh310, na wewe sasa ni celeb bande ile yengine,” Kanyari said.
In addition, the preacher also addressed rumours surrounding their relationship, explaining that some people thought he was interested in Marion for the wrong reasons.
“Kuna watu wanasema Kanyari alichukua huyu msichana kwa sababu kuna kitu aliona akapenda, mwenye aliona hiyo video ilikuwa ni PA wangu alafu akanionyesha ndio nikasema ukuje,” he added.
