Apostle James Ng’ang’a is back in the headlines, and this time it is a specific demand he made from the pulpit that has set Kenyan social media ablaze. Pastor Ng’ang’a demanded that his congregants contribute funds to pay for his upcoming trip. During a recent sermon at his Neno Evangelism Centre, the outspoken preacher turned his attention to an upcoming trip abroad. Why does Pastor Ng’ang’a want congregants to pay for his flight? What followed left many in his congregation and online speechless: Ng’ang’a asked every member of his church to bring KSh 1,000 the following Sunday specifically to cover the cost of his flight ticket. “I want all of you to contribute KSh 1,000 each on Sunday so that you can pay for my flight. It is mandatory, and if you don’t, you are going to leave your shoes here,” he told his congregation, delivering the message with characteristic boldness. What made the moment even more striking was his explanation for the request. Ng’ang’a was quick to clarify that he is far from short of cash, disclosing that he had recently sold two plots of land for KSh 6 million. “You will pay for me so that at least even your child can be blessed. It is not that I can’t pay for it.
I even just sold two plots for KSh 6 million. If I don’t demand that you contribute, I will not be blessing you,” he said. According to the preacher, the contributions are not about logistics but about unlocking blessings for those who give, including for their children. Watch the video below: Netizens weigh in The video quickly made its way across social media platforms, drawing sharp reactions from Kenyans who had plenty to say about the preacher’s remarks. Kibe wa thuo: “If he has already sold two plots for KSh 6 million, why does he need the congregation to pay for his flight?” Njega Kairu: “The 1k not the issue. The idea that refusing to give means you will not be blessed is what is concerning.” Breville Baraza: “The ‘leave your shoes here’ part is what got me. He really said it with confidence.” Wanjiru wa Koma: “If the congregation understands and agrees to it, then who are we to judge?” Davis Yumba: “Ng’ang’a never disappoints when it comes to controversial sermon moments,” one user quipped, summing up what many seemed to feel about the pastor who consistently finds himself at the centre of online conversation.
