Pastor Kanyari Sparks Fresh Outrage After Suggestive Dance In Church

The line between a place of worship and a social media stage continues to blur at Pastor Victor Kanyari’s Salvation Healing Ministry. Just days after a service on Sunday, February 1, 2026, the controversial preacher is back in the crosshairs of public opinion following an incident involving a popular TikToker that many Kenyans have labeled a blatant “disrespect to the house of God.”

During the Sunday service, Kanyari invited a group of content creators to the pulpit, including a TikToker known as Rukia. What followed left both the congregation and the online community bewildered.

The Sunday Scandal

Dressed in tight-fitting attire, Rukia was invited by the man of God to address the congregants. However, before she could speak, a secular song began playing over the church’s sound system. In a move that shocked onlookers, Rukia began dancing suggestively, shaking her behind on the pulpit as Kanyari and the church members watched.

Following the performance, the TikToker greeted the congregation, vowing to become a “full-fledged member” of the church. She then presented the pastor with a personalized t-shirt featuring his face, which was followed by a hug and applause from some members of the crowd. However, the reception online was far less welcoming.

A Pattern of Controversy

This is not the first time Kanyari’s attempt to bridge the gap between TikTok and the church has backfired. In 2024, the preacher made headlines after inviting 200 TikTokers to his service, an event that quickly devolved into chaos.

Public Backlash

Despite his previous apologies, Kenyans on social media have slammed the preacher for allowing a repeat of such “antics.” Many argue that the pulpit should remain a sacred space for spiritual nourishment, rather than a playground for “clout-chasing” and suggestive performances.

Critics have pointed out the irony of Kanyari previously claiming to be a victim of TikTokers’ disrespect, only to once again provide them with the platform to perform secular dances in the middle of a service. For many, this latest incident is proof that the “Salvation Healing Ministry” is leaning more toward entertainment than ministry.

The Bottom Line

As the video of Rukia’s dance continues to circulate, the debate over church ethics in the digital age grows louder. While some argue that the church should be inclusive of all people—including “sinners” and content creators—the consensus among many Kenyans is that there must be a boundary for what is considered acceptable behavior within the sanctuary.