A Nigerian lady has captured the attention of social media with a direct and earnest appeal to popular cleric, Pastor Jerry Eze. In a video that has since gone viral, she specifically requested that the convener of the New Season Prophetic Prayers (NSPPD) channel his prayers towards a common personal concern: achieving a flat stomach.
A Direct Appeal for Divine Intervention
The lady, in a video posted on TikTok, addressed Pastor Jerry Eze, who is also the Lead Pastor of Streams of Joy International. She referenced his previous prayers for inanimate objects, which she noted had yielded numerous testimonies from followers. Her request was simple yet specific: she wants the pastor to dedicate a prayer session to flat tummies.
"Dear Pastor Jerry, you prayed for inanimate objects, and there were so many testimonies. When are you going to pray for flat tummy, like 'receive your flat tummy'?" she asked in the clip. She expressed firm belief that the day he makes such a declaration is the day she would finally receive her own flat stomach, promising to shout a powerful 'amen' in response.
She pleaded with seriousness, stating, "Please and please, I am waiting because that day the type of amen I will shout... this belle don too worry me please." She concluded her message with a hopeful note that Pastor Eze would see her video, emphasizing her sincerity about the request.
Mixed Reactions Flood Social Media
The lady's unconventional prayer point has triggered a wave of reactions across social media platforms, ranging from amusement to solidarity. Many netizens found the request humorous but relatable.
One user, Meemarh, commented with laughing emojis, "Omo I burst laugh... No worry God go give pastor Jerry utterance soon. But this is so funny." Another user, Her Excellency, urged the lady to tag the pastor properly, noting, "Hope you tag him... we plenty wey need this flat tummy."
The video also inspired others to share their similar desires. A user named vivian stated she was writing it as a personal prayer point, while another, Riri Multibuy, suggested prayers for clear skin without skincare. However, not all were on board, with user Dindu humorously cautioning, "You wan put our papa for trouble... make we accept our belle like that ooh."
Context: Pastor Jerry Eze's Influence and a Blogger's Critique
Pastor Jerry Eze is a prominent figure in Nigeria's Christian community, known for his daily NSPPD live prayer broadcasts which attract massive viewership. His emotional and fervent prayer style, often involving tears, has become a signature trait.
This incident comes amid other discussions about his ministry. Legit.ng had previously reported on a blogger who planned to visit Pastor Eze's church, describing him as a "streaming and content creation mentor." The blogger praised Eze's emotional delivery during broadcasts but also labelled him and similar pastors as "businessmen disguised as pastors," suggesting their success was tied to the socio-economic climate.
Regardless of perspective, the lady's viral request underscores the unique intersection of faith, popular culture, and personal aspiration in Nigeria's digital space, showing how religious figures are directly petitioned for a wide array of life's challenges.
