Apostle Johnson Suleman has come forward to defend Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), amid renewed criticism over Adeboye's past involvement in a nationwide prayer walk during the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan.
In a viral video, Suleman dismissed claims that Adeboye staged a political protest, explaining that the event was not a protest but a religious assignment mandated by the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN).
Suleman Clarifies Adeboye's Actions
“Some people are attacking Daddy Adeboye, saying he protested under Jonathan but is not protesting under Tinubu. He didn’t protest. It was PFN that issued a directive that all pastors should go for a prayer walk,” Suleman stated.
He added, “He took his placard and went around. That was not a protest.”
Adeboye's Accountability Highlighted
The preacher emphasized Adeboye’s humility and accountability, noting that even at 84 years old, the RCCG leader remains subject to PFN’s authority. Suleman criticized those who misinterpreted the prayer walk as political activism, insisting that Nigerians often “blame the wrong people.”
“You see a man of 84 years, and you say he went to protest? Something’s wrong with your head. Papa Adeboye is not talking, but that doesn’t mean he supports what is happening. Nigerians always look for who to blame, and they always blame the wrong people,” Suleman declared.
He added that Adeboye has never instructed him or other ministers to stop speaking out: “If Papa Adeboye was in support, why has he not called me to stop talking? He has not. My concern is the people, not politics.”
Suleman Criticizes Current Government
Beyond defending Adeboye, Suleman lamented Nigeria’s current state under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, describing it as the “worst government” he has witnessed. He recalled speaking against previous leaders, including Jonathan, Muhammadu Buhari, and Ibrahim Babangida, but insisted that the present situation has reached unprecedented levels.
“In those days we worried about food. Now we are worried about life itself. It has never been this bad. This government is deaf and dumb. Worst government. If you like, vote for them again,” he said.
Suleman concluded by stressing that if PFN were to issue another directive for a prayer walk today, “all of us will be on the street,” underscoring that Adeboye’s past action was rooted in obedience to spiritual leadership, not political protest.
Public Reactions
Legit.ng compiled reactions from Nigerians. @PAtubobienemi said: “Funny how some prophets only discover their voices after the government changes.”
@MeetDannix commented: “Omo, the way people suddenly develop selective amnesia when it comes to the history of protests in this country is amazing. Receipts don't lie, and the internet never forgets. Let everyone just bring out their old newspaper archives into the replies make we settle this matter once and for all!”
@web3bullion wrote: “Imagine the audacity? anyone listening to these thieves in 2026 is a sheep and you will be dealt with inside the same church evil occultic house you guys go to every Sunday, to practice Christianity with zero productivity.... Waste of time.”
@missy_ada2 noted: “Even if it was a 'prayer walk' under Jonathan, why not the same energy now with fuel at ₦1k+, insecurity everywhere and economy on fire? 84-year-old or not, the flock is hungry and scared. Pastors should lead prayers + speak truth to power consistently, not selectively.”
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