RCCG Clears the Air on Adeboye’s Political Position, Rejects Claims of Endorsing Any Party
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has once again moved to dispel growing public misconceptions about the political stance of its General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, insisting that neither the church nor its revered leader is affiliated with, or endorses, any political party in Nigeria. Recent clarifications from the church came amid renewed debates on social media and in political circles over alleged ties between the RCCG and certain political interests. (P.M. News)
Speaking during recent church activities, Pastor Adeboye emphasized that the RCCG remains a house of worship open to Nigerians of all political persuasions. According to him, governors, lawmakers, and political leaders from different parties regularly worship in the church, making it inaccurate to label RCCG as belonging to any political bloc. He stressed that the church’s primary responsibility is to pray for the nation and its leaders rather than engage in partisan politics. (P.M. News)
The clarification is consistent with Adeboye’s long-standing position on politics. Over the years, the respected cleric has repeatedly stated that he would never endorse any presidential candidate or direct church members on who to vote for. He has maintained that every major political party is represented within the RCCG, making neutrality necessary for the church’s unity and spiritual mission. (TheCable)
RCCG has also previously debunked reports alleging that Pastor Adeboye endorsed political figures during election seasons. The church specifically denied reports suggesting that the General Overseer supported any presidential aspirant, describing such claims as false and misleading. Church authorities reiterated that Adeboye’s role is spiritual leadership, not political campaigning. (The Nation Newspaper)
In a strongly worded statement released this week, the church condemned what it described as persistent misinformation and deliberate attempts to misrepresent Pastor Adeboye and the RCCG. The church warned against spreading false narratives and urged the public to verify information from official RCCG channels before sharing or believing such reports. (P.M. News)
As political activities begin to gather momentum ahead of future elections, RCCG’s latest clarification serves as a reminder of Pastor Adeboye’s consistent message: the church welcomes everyone, prays for all leaders, and remains committed to its spiritual mandate without partisan alignment. (P.M. News)
Source: PM News Nigeria, The Nation, TheCable, Legit.ng.
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