Marion Naipei has gone public with stinging claims against Pastor Victor Kanyari, saying the controversial preacher handed her 50,000 shillings in front of his congregation but later demanded most of it back once the cameras stopped rolling.
The accusation landed hard online this week, just days after Naipei distanced herself from Kanyari’s Salvation Healing Ministry. In a raw post, she wrote, “Kanyari gave me 50k on camera; after church, akachukua 45k na akaniambia nijue kuishi mjini. “Translation – he took back 45,000 and told her to figure out how to survive in the city. She left him with just 5,000 from what looked like a generous blessing.
Naipei thanked two men for stepping in during her tough stretch – Heri Mosiria and James Opande. Many remember Opande from the viral video that pushed Naipei into Kanyari’s church in the first place.
That clip spread fast last month, sparking judgement and memes. She turned up at a midweek service soon after, tearful, sharing her side. Kanyari brought her forward, offered comfort, and pulled out the cash envelope – a moment captured and shared widely as an act of kindness.
Things soured quickly, though. Naipei now calls him the “fake 310kes tithe prophet”, nodding to Kanyari’s old scandals. Years back, investigations exposed his push for followers to send exactly 310 shillings as a “seed” for miracles.
Fake healings, staged testimonies – the whole thing blew up on television. He admitted some tricks later but kept preaching. The church was rebuilt, drawing crowds again with bold services and big gestures from the alleged prophet.
Online, reactions split as usual with Kanyari stories. Some slammed him, calling it another low. “Same old tricks,” one comment read. Others defended the pastor, saying Naipei chased attention first with the scandal, then bit the hand that helped. A few urged caution – wait for his side before judging.
Kanyari hasn’t responded yet. His social pages keep posting service clips, prayer calls, and the usual. Supporters pack the Nairobi church most days, drawn by the energy and promises. But stories like Naipei’s chip away, reminding people of past doubts.
Out in the estates, folks talked about it over lunch or on matatus. One driver laughed it off: “Church money always comes with strings. ” A mama nearby shook her head, saying women deserve real help, not games. The viral video already humiliated Naipei once. Now this adds another layer.
Naipei seems ready to move on. Crediting Mosiria and Opande suggests she’s leaning on other support. Whatever went down after that service, her post pulled no punches. In a city full of hustle and faith, tales of generosity turning sour hit close. People watch preachers closer these days.
Kanyari built a comeback before. He’ll likely weather this too. But accusations like Marion Naipei’s keep the spotlight hot. For now, Nairobi waits to see if he speaks up – or if more details spill.
