Bishop Samuel Ngacha has described those opposing the State House church initiative as 'anti-Christ'.Debate over President William Ruto’s plans to construct a mega church within State House, Nairobi, has continued to dominate public discourse, drawing sharp reactions from both supporters and critics.
The latest to weigh in on the matter is Bishop Samuel Ngacha, who has described those opposing the initiative as 'anti-Christ'.
Bishop Ngacha made the remarks on Wednesday when President Ruto hosted bishops, pastors, and evangelists from the Federation of Evangelical and Indigenous Christian Churches of Kenya at State House.
Addressing the gathering, Bishop Ngacha dismissed the backlash against the President’s proposal, arguing that many of the most vocal critics were the same people who, during the colonial era, visited State House to pray for the governor.
“There are two churches at State House made of iron sheets—one Catholic and one Protestant. The President has been clear that all he wants is an upgrade,” Ngacha stated.
He questioned the sincerity of those opposing the construction, saying the establishment of a proper church within State House was in line with Kenya’s Christian heritage.
“We have allowed those making noise to continue, but I wonder why they do not want an altar here,” he said.
“If you see anyone who is against an altar, they must be anti-Christ.”
Referring to scripture, Bishop Ngacha cited a biblical instance where the disciples of Jesus, led by John, questioned individuals who were casting out demons in Jesus’ name despite not being part of the core group of disciples.
He noted that Jesus' response was simple: anyone performing good works in His name should not be hindered.
“So if you are constructing an altar and you are doing it for God, why are those who claim to be born again opposed to it? Unless they are anti-Christ,” he added.
President Ruto has repeatedly stated that the plan is only aimed at upgrading the existing State House places of worship, which have stood for decades.
The proposal, however, has sparked a heated national conversation, with some questioning the use of public spaces and resources for religious purposes, while others have rallied behind the president in support of the project.
