Pastor Ezekiel Odero, founder of New Life Prayer Centre and Church, has sparked debate by predicting Kenya could face a severe famine in 2027 due to poor harvests and lack of rainfall.During a sermon, he claimed the Rift Valley's harvest is only 40% of expected levels, warning that current yields cannot feed the nation.He urged Kenyans to pray, stating God is sending a warning about the coming crisis.The preacher also predicted 2027 will have little to no rain, leading to unprecedented food shortages.

While some supporters praised his call for prayer, critics questioned why religious leaders often focus on negative prophecies instead of hopeful messages.The article highlights mixed reactions on social media, with some arguing that pastors should balance warnings with positive predictions.

The piece also mentions a separate video of Ezekiel praying for Tanzanian model Wema Sepetu after she announced her pregnancy, showing the preacher's influence beyond famine warnings.