In a recent talk, Kanyari addressed the rumors linking him to Marion in a calm and straightforward way. He said that the public has misunderstood their to relationship, and people have jumped to conclusions without knowing the full story.
Mimi nguvu za kiume ziliisha zamani. I do not have those feelings, he stated, implying that he's not looking for a romantic relationship with anyone.
His comments, partly in Swahili and partly in English, surprised many and started a conversation online.
The rumors started to spread on social media, with people guessing about how close he and Marion are. Photos and short videos online made people wonder if they were more than just friends.
But Kanyari insists that he and Marion are just friends. He said that he respects and supports her, but there's nothing else between them. He also warned people not to gossip about every interaction he has.
Marion Naipei hasn't responded in detail to these claims yet, but people close to her say that she's concentrating on her personal life and work.
Since the pastor spoke out, opinions have been mixed. Some fans have thanked him for dealing with the rumors head-on, while others have questioned why he said it and how he said it.
Right now, Kanyari seems eager to end the speculation and is asking people not to spread stories about his personal life that haven't been confirmed.