In a post on his official X account, Bwala questioned the candidate’s intentions behind attending the religious service, implying that the outing was tied to his political endeavors was a continuation of his "Take Back Your Country" campaign.
Bwala accused the candidate of using the church platform to push his political agenda, despite the event being focused on spiritual matters.
He claimed this was an effort to reignite a campaign that had gained traction before the 2023 general elections.
Bwala also suggested that the candidate was aiming to establish a new platform through Pastor Joshua Selman, a well-known Christian preacher and founder of the Eternity Network International (ENI).
He noted that many supporters and groups who had previously backed the candidate during the 2022 and 2023 elections have since changed their views.
Additionally, Bwala criticized the candidate's public demeanor, alleging that he had shifted his focus from serious political discourse to content creation.
He accused the candidate of leaning on emotional appeals and harsh criticism instead of offering constructive proposals.
In his post, Bwala remarked that the candidate had "resumed his ‘take back your country’ campaign" during the church visit, suggesting he was looking for new supporters after losing backing from earlier advocates.
This commentary has sparked discussions on social media, with supporters and detractors of both figures engaging in debates about the role of religious platforms in politics and whether it is appropriate for politicians to address congregations during church events.
At the time of reporting, neither the candidate nor Pastor Joshua Selman had publicly responded to Bwala’s statements.
However, the situation has reignited discourse on the relationship between religion and politics, particularly in the context of upcoming elections in the country.
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