Gospel musician Ben Githae has found himself at the center of controversy once again, following accusations that he has neglected his responsibilities towards twin children he fathered outside his marriage. The claims, made by the children’s mother, have sparked widespread criticism and reignited debate about the disconnect between public figures’ private lives and their public personas.
According to the children’s mother, Githae has failed to provide consistent financial and emotional support, leaving her to shoulder the burden of raising the twins alone. Despite Githae’s prominent status and success in the music industry, she claims that he has not fulfilled his obligations as a father, forcing her into difficult struggles to meet the needs of the children.
The revelations have fueled outrage on social media, where many fans and critics alike have expressed disappointment in the gospel artist. The backlash has been particularly intense because of the perceived hypocrisy: a man celebrated for his music centered on Christian values and family unity allegedly failing to live up to those same values in his personal life. Critics argue that as a public figure and spiritual influencer, Githae should exemplify the principles he promotes through his music.
This is not the first time Githae has faced public scrutiny over his private life. He previously admitted to fathering the twins, a revelation that sparked heated discussions about morality, responsibility, and the expectations placed on gospel musicians in Kenya. The resurfacing of the saga has once again placed him under the spotlight, with growing calls for him to address the allegations and take meaningful steps toward supporting his children.
Githae has yet to release a detailed public response to the latest claims. However, the mounting criticism underscores the pressures that come with being a public figure in the gospel industry, where personal conduct is often viewed as an extension of one’s ministry. Whether Githae will act to resolve the matter privately or publicly remains to be seen, but the controversy has already cast a shadow on his reputation and reignited conversations on accountability among faith-based artists.
