Content creator and online personality Choice has said she regrets accepting KSh 30,000 from controversial preacher Pastor Victor Kanyari, stating that she now believes she was manipulated into taking the money.
In an interview that has been widely shared across social media platforms, Choice said she did not anticipate the public reaction that followed the exchange. She explained that, at the time, she did not consider the long-term implications of accepting the cash.
“I regret accepting the money. I wish he had just returned it. I feel like I was manipulated into accepting it,” she said.
How the Exchange Happened
According to local entertainment blogs and circulating video clips, the KSh 30,000 was handed over during a recorded public interaction between Choice and Pastor Kanyari. The footage shows a cordial exchange before the money was presented.
The clip quickly gained traction online, drawing thousands of views, comments and shares. Online users debated:
- The intention behind the cash gift
- Whether the gesture was genuine or staged
- Choice’s decision to accept the money publicly
Neither party initially described the transaction as controversial. However, once the video began trending, criticism and speculation intensified across Kenyan digital platforms.
Background on Pastor Kanyari
Pastor Kanyari has previously faced public scrutiny. In 2014, he was the subject of an investigative report by Kenya Television Network (KTN) that questioned some of his church’s practices. The exposé placed him at the center of national debate at the time.
Since then, he has remained a visible religious figure, frequently trending online over his statements, church activities and public engagements.
Public Reaction and Ongoing Debate
Choice said her regret is linked to the public fallout rather than financial need. She noted that the attention generated by the video has affected her personally and professionally.
Social media reactions have remained divided. While some users defended her, others criticized her decision, arguing that public figures should be mindful of how such gestures may be perceived.
As of the time of publication, Pastor Kanyari had not issued a detailed response to Choice’s latest remarks.
