Pastor Nganga of the Neno Evangelism Center has publicly defended unqualified religious leaders, rejecting calls for theological education requirements. The controversy erupted after Citizen TV executive Linus Kaikai urged government regulation of churches, citing Rwanda's model of mandating theological degrees for pastors.
Kaikai's remarks, reported by Kenyan media, sparked immediate backlash from Nganga, who claimed he lacks formal education but still preaches effectively. 'I do not know how to read and write but today I want to talk about something,' Nganga stated. 'Saying that preachers without degrees should be banned is totally wrong. This is Kenya, not Rwanda.'
The pastor criticized Kaikai for interfering in religious matters, asserting that no law should hinder Kenyans from pursuing spiritual work. He specifically warned the journalist to address issues with specific bishops rather than targeting all religious leaders.
Nganga's stance highlights ongoing tensions between traditional religious practices and modern governance demands. His comments align with a broader movement among untrained pastors who argue that spiritual calling supersedes academic credentials.
Source: Tuko.co.ke
