A Nigerian social media user has criticized the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, for his approach to national issues amid rising economic hardship. The user, identified as @Dee_9889 on X, referenced past protests during former President Goodluck Jonathan's administration over fuel price increases.
In his post, he argued that the current situation, where fuel reportedly sells at far higher prices than before, should also warrant a similar level of public protest from religious leaders. He wrote: "How can you protest as a Pastor when fuel was ₦95, but now that it's ₦1,350 you're saying Let's pray?"
RCCG Responds with Prayer Message
Following the criticism, the Redeemed Christian Church of God responded via its official social media handle, issuing a prayer-focused statement for Nigeria. The church did not directly address the individual's remarks but instead declared prayers for the nation's deliverance from insecurity and corruption.
The statement read in part: "The Almighty God will deliver Nigeria from the shackles of Terrorism and Corruption in the mighty name of Jesus. Everyone in captivity would be freed and returned home safely and the enemies of Nigeria would have no peace in Jesus name (AMEN)!"
The church had also earlier released a statement debunking claims that Pastor Adeboye stopped church members from protesting insecurity in the country.
Reactions from Social Media Users
Legit.ng compiled comments from social media users. @ash_AMARcoco stated: "When is it enough time for you people to realise Nigeria problems cannot be solved by prayers? Nigeria problem is our leaders our politicians, Your prayers and fasting should directly to the politicians. Tell God to take away our politicians from this earth and watch how peaceful our country will become."
@mmiriego420 noted: "If any of my friends attend to this church eeeeh hmm I go just block you. Rubbish, extortion in disguise claiming Titles and offerings yet use to build schools while the members can't afford the school fees they paid tittles and offerings to build, Africa is in cage."
@olumax3028 shared: "Let's be honest, who benefits the most from poverty, corruption and insecurity if not the church. Look at the countries with much better infrastructure and lifestyle than ours, more than 60% of their citizens dont go to churches cos they don't see the need to. But here… fake prophets want the worse for this country so you can continue raking in tithes and offering 3 times a week."
Spyro Calls Out Adeboye and Others
Legit.ng previously reported that singer Spyro openly criticized prominent spiritual leaders, including Adeboye, for keeping quiet while insecurity and hardship continue to worsen across the country. In a video shared on his Instagram page on May 26, the artist expressed frustration that churches and mosques are still conducting regular sermons and services without addressing the alarming state of the nation. He said the silence of religious leaders while citizens face violence, fear, and economic stress is deeply troubling.
