Bishop Kiengei Faces Backlash After Controversial Remarks About Pritty Vishy, Issues Public Apology

• Sep 03, 2024

Bishop Muthee Kiengei is facing significant backlash following controversial remarks he made about content creator Pritty Vishy during a recent interview. His comments, deemed offensive by many, have sparked outrage across social media, leading the bishop to issue a public apology on Facebook.

In his apology, Bishop Kiengei admitted that he had "crossed a line" and expressed regret for mentioning Pritty Vishy inappropriately. He wrote, "I am really sorry, and I take this moment to highly apologize for mentioning your name in a show where I went overboard and mentioned you in a wrong way." The bishop also assured that such an incident would not happen again, stating, "This will never happen in the future; I take it as my mistake."

Despite the apology, Pritty Vishy responded with disappointment and frustration on her social media platforms. She questioned the bishop's sincerity and understanding of respect, challenging him to repeat his comments in front of his congregation. "Since you did so well to remind me that I am ugly, unattractive, and fat—so let's meet in your church, stand on that altar in front of your church members, and you should repeat all those words," Vishy stated.

She further expressed concern over the impact of the bishop's remarks on her family, asking, "How do you feel now that you have embarrassed me publicly? Do you know I have a mother? Do you know how she feels about this?"

The incident has sparked widespread reactions from the public, with many criticizing the bishop's conduct as unbecoming of a religious leader. One Facebook user, who identified as a member of Bishop Kiengei's church, expressed concern over the remarks, stating that they were "not only inappropriate but also out of line with the teachings of compassion, love, and kindness that he preaches."

Another commenter, Winie Mwash, urged the bishop to seek repentance, saying, "Hapa Bishop, repent. Ume kosea Mungu na Pritty Vishy. Mungu alituumba zote kwa mfano wake, hakuna watu waliumbwa kwa mfano wa mnyama."

The controversy surrounding Bishop Kiengei's comments on Pritty Vishy has ignited a broader discussion about the importance of respect, dignity, and the responsibility of religious leaders to uphold these values. The bishop's public apology, along with the ongoing public reactions, highlights the need for accountability and the promotion of compassion and understanding within society.

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