Churches Called to Action as Rev. Frederick Ngugi Rallies Faith in Kenya’s Anti-Drug War
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By John Kariuki
Embu, Kenya — Reverend Frederick Ngugi, a Board Member at the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA), is spearheading a bold initiative to position churches at the center of Kenya’s battle against drug and alcohol abuse.
Speaking during a high-impact outreach in Embu County, Rev. Ngugi challenged faith institutions to move beyond the pulpit and into action — urging churches to become healing centers and safe havens for youths battling addiction.
“Drug abuse is no longer just a NACADA problem — it is a national emergency. The Church must not sit on the sidelines,” declared Rev. Ngugi, emphasizing that faith leaders hold the moral compass and societal influence needed to confront the crisis head-on.
He was joined by Embu Senator Alexander Mundigi and local clergy, who pledged to rally communities around the cause. Rev. Ngugi called for stronger partnerships between churches and NACADA to identify vulnerable youth, support recovery programs, and integrate anti-drug awareness into everyday ministry.
His message struck a powerful chord: that addiction is not just a personal battle, but a community responsibility.
With the Church’s unmatched reach and trust among the people, Rev. Ngugi believes faith-based institutions are the missing link in sustaining a national sobriety movement.
As NACADA deepens its grassroots engagement, Rev. Ngugi’s campaign is fast becoming a turning point in the fight to save a generation from the grip of substance abuse — powered by the pulpit, guided by purpose.
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