- Prophet Victor Kanyari sparked debate after revealing the contributions made at Betty Bayo’s funeral during his sermon
- He listed donations from politicians, including KSh 1 million from former president Uhuru Kenyatta and KSh 5 million from President William Ruto
- Kanyari also encouraged his congregants to continue donating through a WhatsApp group, with many Kenyans questioning his motive
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Prophet Victor Kanyari has raised questions among Kenyans on social media following his sermon on Sunday, November 23.
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Kanyari listed the contributions made during Betty Bayo’s funeral, prompting some Kenyans to question his motive.
“Retired president Uhuru Kenyatta gave KSh 1 million, while the former deputy president gave KSh 300,000. President William Ruto and his deputy, Kithure Kindiki, each gave KSh 5 million,” said Kanyari.
How much money was raised at Betty Bayo’s funeral?
Kanyari then said that around 30 MPs each gave KSh 100,000, totalling KSh 3 million.
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“Then you have the ordinary Kenyans who gave different amounts, including KSh 100 and KSh 300.”
The preacher urged his congregants to keep contributing via a WhatsApp group they had formed, noting that the contributions had reached almost KSh 500,000.
“If you want to be added to the group, cry with those who are mourning.”
Kanyari discouraged the congregation from failing to contribute towards the cause.
“Remember, I might be in a dark place today, and tomorrow it might be you.”
Kanyari said that he questioned people he once gave money to for not giving their contributions, noting that he always gives back.
“There was an MP aspirant who came and gave us KSh 20,000 and did not say his mother had cancer. I saw today that he put me in a WhatsApp group because his mum died. I told my secretary that I would go to Narok – I don’t know him or have ever seen him.
He has been my social media friend. But because he came to Betty’s funeral and gave money, I will go to Narok and give KSh 100,000. A person who weeps with you is your true friend.”
According to Kanyari’s list, the total amount raised was around KSh 14.8 million.
In the comments section, many Kenyans opined that he was too focused on money, while others questioned the essence of the WhatsApp group, yet Betty is already buried.
What did Kenyans say about Kanyari’s call for contributions?
Pesh:
“Was he writing down the contributions?”
Annita Angel:
“You are adding people to a WhatsApp group, and she was buried?”
Lilian Gatimu:
“Why do people go to this church?”
Qui_wangui:
“I thought the money would go to the children’s trust?”
Blessed Lady:
“So Kanyari was not after the kids but money.”
Wamwangi💝Wamz 💝:
“But this guy is talking too much. I am tired.”
Ndanu:
“So all he talks about in the church is himself.”
Leaders and Followers:
“Accountability is key. The money should benefit the kids, not Tash nor the prophet.”
Where was Kanyari spotted with his kids?
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A day after Betty’s burial, Kanyari posted a video with his children in Kamatuto, Njiru, showing them on the sunroof of his Toyota Land Cruiser.
Residents and church members danced and sang around the vehicle while Sky clapped and danced along with her brother.
Kenyans questioned the timing of the celebration.
Proofreading by Jackson Otukho, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
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