The Ministry of Repentance and Holiness has dismissed claims that Prophet David Owuor underwent knee replacement surgery.
The response, issued on Thursday, January 29, follows remarks attributed to Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale that the ministry says were inaccurate and misleading.
“The Ministry of Repentance and Holiness strongly refutes recent public remarks attributed to Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale regarding Prophet Dr. David Owuor. The statements suggesting that the prophet of the Lord underwent medical procedures as alleged are false, unverified, and misleading,” the statement read.
The ministry also explained Prophet Owuor’s whereabouts during the period in question, clarifying that he was outside the country on official religious duties.
“At the time being referenced, Prophet Dr. Owuor was on an official international mission in Europe, holding Revival Meetings and faithfully carrying out ministry work focused on the message of repentance, holiness, and preparation for the coming of the Messiah. He has since arrived back and continues with scheduled ministry activities,” the statement added.
Concern was also raised over how the information was shared, with the ministry calling for greater responsibility when discussing religious leaders and faith matters.
“The Ministry is deeply concerned by the circulation of inaccurate claims presented as fact without verification. We urge public leaders and media personalities to exercise responsibility and accuracy when speaking on matters concerning faith, religious missions, and individuals in spiritual leadership,” the statement continued.
The statement further highlighted the spiritual focus of the ministry’s activities and how such matters should be understood within a faith context.
“Our ministry gatherings are centered on prayer, repentance, and faith in Jesus Christ. Attendees often share personal testimonies of spiritual restoration and healings through The Blood of Jesus Christ.
“These are matters of faith and religious belief and should be treated with the respect afforded to all faith-based expressions,” the statement concluded.
Owuor’s statement followed Duale’s comments on Wednesday night where he questioned claims of faith-based healing associated with Prophet Dr David Owuor, warning against narratives that undermine conventional medicine and patient safety.
Speaking on Citizen TV, Duale addressed the matter, saying that faith and spirituality remain important across religions but should not replace medical treatment.
The Cabinet Secretary questioned what he described as inconsistencies, alleging that Prophet Owuor himself sought medical care abroad.
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“If he himself can go for knee replacement, I don’t know why he should ask his followers to go for spiritual nourishment and not take medicine,” Duale said, while indicating that authorities were seeking details of the hospital involved.
Additionally, he noted that Kenyans invest heavily in training healthcare professionals and that their work should not be dismissed or misrepresented.
“Whether Christian, Muslim, Hindu or Jewish, we still take our medicine for different ailments,” Duale said, adding that doctors undergo years of education, internship, and specialisation to become qualified professionals.
