Prophet Cautions Tinubu on Amnesty for Killers
The General Overseer of Faith and Miracle International Church (FMIC), Senior Prophet Gbenga Faith David, has advised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to avoid granting amnesty to perpetrators of violent crimes. Speaking at a press conference in Ibadan, the cleric warned that such actions could undermine justice and erode public trust in governance.
Call for Fairness and Rule of Law
Prophet David urged the Federal Government to prioritize fairness and the rule of law in addressing Nigeria's security challenges. He emphasized that justice must remain the bedrock of national stability. “Leadership must be rooted in fairness. People should be given what they deserve. Those who kill should not be rewarded with amnesty. Justice must be seen to be done if we are serious about building a stable nation,” he stated.
While acknowledging the complexity of insecurity across the country, the prophet maintained that government responses should be guided by principles rather than expediency. “Everyone must be treated fairly. Policies must reflect justice, not convenience. When people see fairness, it restores confidence in leadership,” he added.
Moral Failures, Not Religion
The cleric, formerly known as G.F. Adetuberu, argued that Nigeria's challenges are not inherently religious but stem from moral failures among individuals. “Nigeria is not failing because we are religious. Early religious movements built schools and institutions that shaped society. The problem is not religion, but how people choose to live and interpret it,” he said.
He warned against criminals hiding under the guise of religion, noting that both Christians and Muslims have often been victims of violence wrongly framed as religious conflict. “What we are witnessing is not truly religion-driven conflict, but wickedness hiding under the cover of faith. Our faith is not the problem; it is the people,” he stated.
Advice to Youth and Leaders
Prophet David urged Nigerians, particularly the youth, to adopt a proactive and disciplined approach to nation-building. “No nation is perfect. We must become industrious and understand that real change begins internally before it manifests externally,” he said. He described leadership as a sensitive responsibility requiring wisdom, integrity, and restraint, advising public office holders to be mindful of their decisions and public utterances.
The cleric also called on Christians to actively participate in politics to help restore moral direction in governance, stressing that such involvement must be guided by discipline and accountability. “Christians should not shy away from politics. God can guide leaders, but they must live disciplined lives—fair, prayerful, and accountable—understanding that actions have consequences,” he said.
Role of the Church
Prophet David charged religious institutions to remain steadfast in upholding truth, especially during periods of national uncertainty. “The church must continue to preach the truth. We must not adjust the message to suit circumstances. Truth is what holds society together,” he added.
