A Nairobi woman's mother has requested government intervention after alleging her daughter lost control of high-value properties connected to a church led by Dr David Owuor, according to reports.
Ms. Alice Wachuka Macharia, the mother of Jane Muthoni, called on investigative agencies to examine how her daughter allegedly surrendered ownership of multi-storey apartments in Nairobi's affluent suburbs. She expressed shock upon learning of the situation through media reports and emphasized her focus on her daughter's well-being over the church leader.
"I learned about Muthoni’s situation in the media. I am only concerned about my daughter. She was rich," Macharia said. The family has been distressed for seven years since Muthoni stopped communicating with them, she added, describing the situation as emotionally taxing and requesting divine intervention.
Macharia claimed her daughter divorced her husband after joining the church and that properties were divided equally. However, Muthoni has not contacted family members since, prompting her mother to seek government assistance to "release" her daughter. She alleged that if Muthoni is not in control of her assets, she may have been misled or pressured to transfer ownership.
Church officials denied allegations of improper financial ties. Archbishop John Litunda and retired Maj. Gen. George Chaka refuted claims that Dr. Owuor resided in a lawyer's home or that the church used her properties for funding. Chaka stated the church relies on tithes and offerings, which he said supported staff without external financial input.
Earlier this week, Ms. Njagi's siblings confronted church members at an apartment complex to reclaim title deeds and vehicle records, according to reports.
