Pastor Ng'ang'a's Political Insights: Ruto-Odinga MoU Explained

Speaking during a recent sermon, Ng’ang’a delved into the deceptive nature of political rivalries, urging his congregants to avoid getting too emotionally invested in politics.

He stressed that while politicians may appear to be bitter enemies in public, they often work together behind the scenes for their own mutual benefit.

In his signature humorous and theatrical style, Ng’ang’a broke into song, singing, “Nusu mkate, imerudi, nusu mkate, imerudi,” a phrase commonly associated with the idea of political power-sharing in Kenya.

"I told you about politicians—don’t get involved. You’ll fight among yourselves, but they will call each other brothers," he cautioned.

"You fight, and at the end of the day, they’ll shake hands. Salimia jirani umwambie, ‘Mind your business.’ Even when it’s campaign time, shout all you want, but don’t let it get to your heart because those same people will go and share a meal."

His remarks came just days after Ruto and Raila signed an MoU on March 7 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), marking what many see as a new phase in their political relationship.

Ng’ang’a’s Views on Gen Z and the “Shuka Zakayo” Song

Pastor Ng’ang’a has been no stranger to controversy, and in October 2024, he addressed the use of his song "Shuka Zakayo" by Kenya’s Gen Z movement.

He clarified that the song, which has been widely used as a political anthem in protests against the 2024 Finance Bill, was never intended as a reference to President William Ruto, who has been nicknamed "Zakayo" due to his push for higher taxes.

"I’ve heard Gen Z singing my song, but I didn’t mean Zakayo the way you think. I released that song almost 18 years ago," he explained.

The lyrics, “Shuka Zakayo chini ya mti, leo nitakula kwa nyumba yako,” have amused many Kenyans, with some believing it aligns perfectly with the current political climate.

However, Ng’ang’a insisted that any similarities were purely coincidental.