Pastor James Ng’ang’a of Neno Evangelism has laid bare the significant costs he incurs to promote his church’s events on major Kenyan television networks.
Speaking during a gospel meeting organized by his church in Kitengela over the past weekend, Pastor Ng’ang’a detailed the financial outlay involved in advertising his events on Citizen TV, Inooro TV, and NTV.
Addressing his congregation, Ng’ang’a shared that a single banner for the event cost him Ksh 168,000.
He emphasized that his commitment to spreading the gospel goes beyond merely collecting tithes and offerings, and that he invests heavily in ensuring that his message reaches a wide audience.
“I placed an ad on Citizen TV for Ksh 250,000, on Inooro TV for Ksh 116,000, and on NTV for Ksh 200,000,” Ng’ang’a revealed. “Do you think I can recoup that amount here? Even if you give offerings, it won’t reach even Ksh 20,000. I’m not here for the money. As soon as you leave, my God will come.”
He stressed that his motive for such investments is purely driven by his mission to spread the gospel and not for financial gain.
“If you look at this banner, it costs Ksh 168,000. The advertising costs on Citizen TV, Inooro TV, and NTV are substantial. However, I am committed to spreading the gospel, and the person who prayed for me did not ask for anything in return. I do not demand offerings or prophesy for money,” he asserted.
In addition to discussing his advertising expenditures, Pastor Ng’ang’a also took the opportunity to critique those who he perceives as lazy within the church community, particularly those who constantly seek prophecies instead of working hard.
He emphasized that he does not depend on church donations for his livelihood, as he owns several businesses, including a hotel, a petrol station, a salon, and rental properties.
“I started with a cart selling fruits, then got a bicycle and climbed those steps. Now, the saved just want to beg. I have my businesses, and I don’t rely on tithes and offerings,” he added.
