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Renowned televangelist Victor Kanyari has revealed he has been plagued by recurring nightmares involving his late ex-wife, gospel singer Betty Bayo, in an emotional disclosure that has ignited public sympathy and controversy alike.
Kanyari, leader of the Salvation Healing Ministry, admitted the haunting began after Betty Bayo died on November 11 following a battle with acute myeloid leukaemia.
He described how he lies awake night after night, troubled by visions of his former spouse and the mother of his children, and how the nightmares have robbed him of sleep and peace of mind.
He said the dreams are vivid and painful, recounting one in which their child confronted him: “Where is Mum?” Kanyari revealed. He admitted he still struggles to accept that Bayo is gone, and the images in his mind persist—catching him in a loop of grief, guilt, and unresolved questions.
The death of Betty Bayo was a blow not only to the gospel music community but also to her ex-husband and their children. Kanyari, speaking from his Nairobi residence, said he was unaware of her illness until after she passed, a revelation that intensified his trauma.
He claimed that if he had known, he would have taken her to India for treatment.Kanyari’s confession has triggered a wave of public outpouring on social media, as fans and followers express support and sympathy.
Many commented on the pain of lost relationships and the burden of parenting after a partner’s death, while others questioned the dynamics of grief, responsibility and public image.The disclosure places Kanyari in a deeply vulnerable moment.
Known for his flamboyant public persona and social media activity, the preacher now faces the challenge of managing his emotional turmoil in the spotlight. Analysts say this episode may affect his ministry’s image and force a re-evaluation of how public figures navigate personal tragedy and counselling.
As grief continues to unfold, the late Betty Bayo’s family and former associates have moved ahead with funeral arrangements and tributes. Bayo’s children, still coping with their loss, are also at the centre of public attention after being seen at their mother’s memorial service for the first time.
The intersection of fame, faith and grief has never been more exposed. Kanyari’s nightmares underscore the human cost behind public personas and remind the nation that sorrow knows no status.
The coming weeks will tell whether this emotional chapter will become a catalyst for deeper ministry reflection or simply another spectacle in Kenya’s entertainment-religious landscape.
