RCCG CLARIFIES ADEBOYE'S ROLE, DENIES CLAIMS OF PROTEST AGAINST JONATHAN'S ADMINISTRATION

RCCG CLARIFIES ADEBOYE'S ROLE, DENIES CLAIMS OF PROTEST AGAINST JONATHAN'S ADMINISTRATION

The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has refuted reports circulating on social media alleging that its General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, participated in or led a protest against the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan.

In a statement released through the church's Public Relations department on its official X platform, RCCG described the claim as misleading and inaccurate, stating that a widely shared photograph of Pastor Adeboye had been taken out of context and wrongly linked to Jonathan's government.

According to the church, the image originated from a peaceful nationwide walk organized under the directive of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) during the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari. The exercise was conducted by churches across Nigeria to draw attention to the killing of Christians and other security concerns affecting communities nationwide.

RCCG explained that the event in question took place in Ebute Metta, Lagos, where Pastor Adeboye joined other Christians in a peaceful procession aimed at advocating for the protection of lives and property.

"The walk was not organized against President Goodluck Jonathan and had no connection whatsoever with his administration," the church stated.

The church expressed concern over the resurfacing of photographs from the event, noting that images that were widely reported at the time are now being recycled and presented in a misleading context years later.

RCCG further clarified that the message conveyed by Pastor Adeboye during the walk focused on the sanctity of human life and the need for government authorities to safeguard all citizens regardless of religious affiliation.

According to the statement, the placard carried by the cleric reflected the belief that every life is valuable and emphasized the need to protect both Christians and Muslims across the country.

Responding to criticisms suggesting that Pastor Adeboye has not spoken strongly enough on national issues, the church stated that the cleric's role is not to direct government officials on matters of governance.

"Pastor Adeboye is a clergyman, not the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces," RCCG said.

However, the church maintained that the respected religious leader has consistently addressed issues affecting the nation through public statements and sermons.

RCCG recalled that during the November 2025 Holy Ghost Service, Pastor Adeboye openly expressed concern over the country's security challenges and the continued loss of innocent lives to terrorist attacks.

The church noted that he urged the Federal Government to take decisive action against insecurity and warned that prolonged violence could attract unwanted foreign intervention.

Pastor Adeboye also called on authorities to ensure accountability among security agencies and pursue not only those carrying out attacks but also individuals financing criminal activities.

The church reiterated that the General Overseer's primary responsibility remains providing spiritual leadership, moral guidance, and counsel in accordance with his role as a Christian minister.