The National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) has publicly distanced itself from miracle-healing claims made by controversial preacher Prophet David Owuor, cautioning Kenyans against accepting unverified assertions of supernatural cures or abandoning medical treatment based on faith claims.
In a strongly worded statement, the umbrella church body said no individual preacher holds divine authority over healing, emphasising that healing—whether spiritual or physical—remains the sole work of God.
NCCK Warns Against Abandoning Medical Care
NCCK leaders urged Christians and members of the public to exercise discernment, warning that claims of instant healing can place lives at risk when patients abandon prescribed treatment.
The council also called on pastors and evangelists to focus on preaching the gospel, rather than portraying themselves as having exclusive powers to cure diseases.
Concerns Over Miracle Claims at Recent Crusade
The NCCK’s statement follows a recent crusade led by Prophet David Owuor, during which he claimed to have healed serious medical conditions, including HIV/AIDS, cancer and neurological disorders.
The claims have sparked widespread concern and drawn scrutiny from the Ministry of Health, medical professionals, and church regulatory bodies, who say such declarations could amount to medical misinformation.
Gaps in Religious Oversight
Speaking on the matter, NCCK National Chair Rev. Elias Otieno pointed to weaknesses in Kenya’s religious oversight framework, noting that many independent churches operate without accountability or regulatory supervision.
He warned that the lack of a common regulatory structure has created fertile ground for abuse, misleading practices and doctrinal confusion, contributing to growing disunity within the religious space.
Support for Regulation of Churches
The NCCK reiterated its long-standing support for the regulation of religious institutions, stressing that any legal framework must be developed through broad consultation and public participation to safeguard religious freedom while protecting the public.
Medical Council Issues Advisory
Separately, the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has cautioned patients against stopping prescribed medication without professional medical approval, warning that doing so could lead to severe health complications or death.
Owuor Defends His Ministry
Despite the growing scrutiny, Prophet Owuor has continued to defend his ministry, insisting that dozens of people—including those living with HIV and AIDS—have been healed during his crusades.
Authorities have indicated that formal investigations into the claims are yet to commence.
