Many Kenyans have taken to social media to mock self-proclaimed prophet Mark Osindi, branding him a “Nabii wa Uongo” (false prophet) after his bold claim that the late Raila Odinga would rise from the dead on Sunday. The preacher from Western Kenya had earlier stirred controversy when he declared that God had revealed to him that the former Prime Minister was not truly dead and that his resurrection would shock the entire nation.
Prophet Osindi insisted that his prophecies had never failed before and that this one would not be an exception. He told his followers to remain firm in faith, promising that a miracle would happen before Raila’s burial. His declaration quickly went viral, with thousands of Kenyans reacting with disbelief, humor, and anger.
As Sunday came and went without any sign of resurrection, Kenyans flooded social media platforms such as X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook with memes and sarcastic posts mocking the preacher. Many accused him of exploiting the grief of a mourning nation for personal fame, while others described his prophecy as an insult to Raila’s legacy and to the Christian faith.
Some netizens called for the authorities to monitor such self-proclaimed prophets who make wild claims that mislead the public. Others, however, said Osindi’s prophecy was a reflection of how deeply emotional Kenyans were over Raila Odinga’s death, with some struggling to accept the reality of losing a man who had shaped Kenya’s political landscape for decades.
Despite the backlash, Prophet Osindi maintained that his revelation was genuine and that God’s timing is different from that of humans. Nevertheless, his reputation suffered a major blow as the phrase “Nabii wa Uongo” trended online, turning him into a subject of ridicule across the country.
The incident once again sparked debate about the growing number of controversial prophets in Kenya who claim to receive divine visions about national events and famous figures. Many Kenyans are now urging religious leaders to restore sanity and accountability within the church, warning that false prophecies risk undermining faith and taking advantage of vulnerable believers.