Pastor James Ng’ang’a has warned Roads Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen against any move to take his church land. In a fiery sermon at Neno Evangelism Centre, the preacher said the plot belongs to him and no one can grab it. He threatened strong consequences if authorities try, saying he would “kill many people” and answer the case in heaven. Ng’ang’a called Murkomen “too much” and told him to ask why the church sits there instead of acting high-handed.
The remarks came during a service on January 17, 2026. A video of the sermon spread fast on social media. Ng’ang’a spoke in Swahili, saying, “Hii kiwanja yangu hamuwezi chukua, mukichukua hii nitauwa watu wengi sana kesi nitajibu Mbinguni! Wewe waziri you are too much, si ukuje uniulize mimi mbona niko na kanisa hapa. Mimi mnishambulie muone, mtachomeka na ndege.” He meant if they attack him, they will burn with a plane. The crowd cheered at parts.
The land in question sits along Haile Selassie Avenue near Mombasa Road in Nairobi. Neno Evangelism Centre has been there for years. Past disputes claimed it as railway reserve land.
Kenya Railways said in 2020 they planned to reclaim it for expansion. Ng’ang’a fought back then, saying he bought it legally from Central Bank of Kenya for Sh42 million. Court cases dragged, but the church stayed.
Recent road projects brought the issue up again. Murkomen oversees infrastructure as Interior CS. Plans for widening or rail links might affect the plot. But Ng’ang’a seems to see threats in government moves.
Ng’ang’a has faced land rows before. In 2023-2024, he told parliament he owns it fair and square. He showed papers claiming purchase from CBK. Critics say public land cannot sell that way.
The preacher built a big following with direct talk. His style mixes fire and warnings. Supporters see him as bold. Others call it over the top.
Murkomen has not replied publicly. His office stays quiet on church matters. As Interior CS before, he handled Ng’ang’a slapping a congregant. No action came then for lack of complaint. This land talk is different. It ties to public works.
Online views split. Some back Ng’ang’a for defending property. “No grabbing churches,” one post said. Others worry about threats from a pulpit. “Preach peace, not violence,” another wrote. Videos got thousands of shares. Debates fill comments.
Neno Evangelism draws big crowds in Nairobi. Ng’ang’a started it small in Mombasa. It grew to a major centre. Members say he helps the poor. Land security matters to them.
Government pushes big projects in Nairobi. Roads and rail need space. Disputes with private owners happen often. Courts decide many. This one could head there if talks fail.
Ng’ang’a keeps preaching as usual. No sign of backing down. Murkomen focuses on national plans. The two paths might cross soon.
This warning adds to Ng’ang’a’s bold image. He speaks plain to power. Supporters stand by him. Critics watch words. For now, the church stands. The land stays in use. Future unclear if projects push forward.
Kenyans follow the story. Church versus state rows draw eyes. Peaceful resolve hoped for. Ng’ang’a’s sermon echoes past stands. He fights for what he sees as his. The message lands loud.