Eliud Nganga, an engineer with Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) and a pastor, has accused officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) of unlawfully raiding his home in Ruiru, Kiambu County, on November 21, 2024.
The pastor alleges the raid was linked to a recent sermon in which he criticized the Kenya Kwanza government for attempting to silence the church.
CCTV footage shows seven men and one woman, purportedly DCI officers, arriving in three vehicles.
Ng’ang’a said the group tried to scale his gate without knocking, prompting him to confront them.
Two officers managed to jump into his compound before retreating.
The pastor described the tense encounter, saying:
“When I asked for their identification, they refused to respond. I told my son to note the vehicle number plates, which agitated them. One officer then drew his gun and threatened to shoot my son.”
Ng’ang’a stood his ground, stating:
“I told them, ‘If you want to shoot, shoot me first. But leave my son alone.’” Shortly after, the officers allegedly received a call from higher authorities, instructing them to vacate the premises.
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Pastor Eliud Nganga Alleges Retaliation
The pastor believes the raid was retaliation for a sermon he delivered criticizing the government’s governance. He asserted:
“The church has a role to hold the government accountable, and silencing us will not work. We must speak the truth about the state of the nation.”
Ng’ang’a reported the incident at Gitongore Police Station and called for accountability from the DCI. As of now, no official statement has been issued by the agency regarding the raid.
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Context of Growing Church-State Tensions
This incident highlights mounting tension between the government and religious leaders.
Ng’ang’a’s criticism aligns with sentiments expressed by other clergy, who have accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of suppressing the church’s freedom to address societal issues.
The raid also follows President William Ruto’s recent State of the Nation Address, where he condemned abductions and illegal arrests.
However, critics argue that such incidents undermine the government’s stated commitment to justice and democracy.
Ng’ang’a concluded:
“I will not be intimidated. The church is the voice of the people, and we will continue to demand accountability from those in power.”
