Drama as Pastor Is Exposed in Nyamira for Using Witchcraft to Gain Followers
Residents of Nyamira were left shocked after serious allegations emerged against a popular local pastor who was believed to be “anointed” and powerful. For years, his church grew very fast.
People traveled long distances to attend his services, claiming they felt strange forces pulling them there. Many believed miracles were happening. But behind closed doors, a dark secret was slowly unfolding.
The drama began when a former church helper fell ill and decided to speak out. According to him, the pastor was not using prayer alone. He claimed that strange items were kept in a locked room behind the altar.
Some included bottles with unknown liquids, charms, and powders said to “bind” people spiritually so they would keep returning to the church and giving offerings.
At first, many church members refused to believe the claims. They defended their pastor strongly. But things changed when several former members came forward with similar stories.
Some said they felt confused, drained, and unable to leave the church even when they wanted to. Others said their businesses collapsed soon after breaking away.
Matters reached a boiling point when elders from the area demanded answers. Under pressure, the pastor reportedly fled his residence at night. Local authorities started investigations, while villagers gathered outside the church, angry and confused.
What they once saw as a place of hope now felt like a trap. During this time, some affected families sought help elsewhere
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