Controversial Neno Evangelism Center founder, Pastor James Ng’ang’a, has launched a fiery response to Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris after she called on the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to probe him over a viral video in which he appeared to confess to assaulting a woman.
In the now-trending clip, Ng’ang’a is heard recounting an incident where he allegedly “disciplined” a woman, sparking public outrage and demands for legal action. Passaris condemned the remarks, terming them “deeply disturbing and unacceptable,” and urged the DCI to take swift action against the televangelist.
Ng’ang’a, never one to shy away from controversy, hit back during a live church service. “You’ve reported me to Parliament, now let me report you to God!” he declared to loud cheers from his congregants. “If I wronged anyone, God will deal with me — not politicians seeking headlines.”
The pastor accused Passaris of politicizing the issue, claiming that his remarks were taken out of context and that he was merely “giving a testimony” about his past life before salvation. He maintained that he had since repented and that critics were “digging up old stories to tarnish” his ministry.
Passaris, however, insists the matter is not about religion but accountability. “Violence against women is not a testimony — it’s a crime,” she said in a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter).
The heated exchange has reignited debate over accountability among clergy and the limits of free speech in religious spaces.
By Newsmedia