Apostle Suleman Defends Pastor Chris' Viral Healing Amid Public Skepticism
Apostle Johnson Suleman, President of Omega Fire Ministries Worldwide, has publicly defended Pastor Chris Oyakhilome of LoveWorld Incorporated following intense controversy over a viral healing video that recently dominated social media platforms. The video, which surfaced online, showed ten individuals allegedly disabled who reportedly received instant healing during a church program, with all of them walking immediately after prayers. This clip sparked widespread debate across Nigeria, with many expressing disbelief and questioning its authenticity.
Celebrities and Medical Practitioners React to Viral Miracle
The viral footage drew reactions from various public figures, including reality TV star Pere Egbi, actress Jemima Osunde, and several medical practitioners. These reactions focused on the sudden mobility of people said to have been disabled for years, leading to doubts about whether the event was a genuine miracle or mere theatrics. In response, Apostle Suleman stepped into the conversation to address the skepticism and uphold the validity of Pastor Chris' ministry.
Miracles Are Real and Defy Logical Explanation
Speaking during a church service on Sunday, January 25, 2026, Apostle Suleman insisted that miracles are real and emphasized that Pastor Chris' ministry has long been associated with signs and wonders. He stated that the Christian faith is not built on logic or common sense, stressing that miracles will never make sense to individuals who are not open to experiencing them personally. According to Suleman, attempting to convince skeptics through arguments is often futile, as it is the Holy Spirit, not human reasoning, that convinces people about spiritual realities.
Apostle Suleman further referenced 2 Corinthians 4:4, explaining that some people's minds are blinded, which is why no explanation will ever suffice unless they personally witness a miracle. He added that when people mock miracles or challenge pastors to perform them in hospitals, they miss the fundamental point: miracles do not occur in an atmosphere of doubt or competition. Instead, they are manifestations that happen by divine timing and faith, not as tools to prove one's calling.
Netizens' Mixed Reactions to Suleman's Clarification
Online reactions to Apostle Suleman's statements have been divided. Many social media users agreed with his perspective, affirming the reality of miracles and urging critics to focus on faith. For instance, one user commented, "Miracles are real and if you don’t believe REST and if you don’t believe after resting, argue with your Bible. This is 2026 leave pastors alone!" Others, however, insisted on the need for evidence to address doubts, with one noting, "Firstly no one doubts about miracle, they only asked for evidence as NBC also asked for evidence. Asking for evidence isn't wrong."
Personal Testimonies Corroborate Healing Claims
Adding to the discourse, BBNaija star Pere Egbi shared his personal experience, recounting how Pastor Chris once healed his left hand. This testimony serves to bolster the credibility of the viral miracle amid the mixed reactions. Egbi's account highlights the personal faith and encounters that many believers cite as proof of divine intervention, further fueling the ongoing debate between skepticism and spiritual belief in Nigerian society.
As the conversation continues, Apostle Suleman's defense underscores a broader theme in Nigerian religious circles: the tension between faith-based acceptance and demand for empirical proof in an era of viral media and public scrutiny.
