Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has denied claims that its General Overseer Enoch Adeboye campaigned for the government in power or cancelled a planned protest over insecurity and economic hardship.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the church said Pastor Adeboye has maintained a non-partisan position throughout his ministry and has never endorsed any political party or candidate.
According to RCCG, the cleric has consistently encouraged Nigerians, especially church members, to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and vote according to their conscience.
The church said attempts to portray Adeboye as a partisan figure do not reflect his public position on governance and civic responsibility.
RCCG also addressed reports that the pastor called off a planned protest, saying he only communicated a decision taken by the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) regarding changes to a three-day prayer programme and rally.
“Pastor E.A. Adeboye only communicated the instruction of the Pentecostal Fellowship in Nigeria to members of the RCCG on the updated plan to have the grand finale of the Three Day Prayer Program in a centralized venue and hold a rally around the venue,” the statement said.
The church added that the directive was issued by the PFN to churches under its umbrella across the country.
RCCG also rejected allegations that Adeboye has remained silent on national issues.
The church said he has spoken on matters including insecurity, corruption, governance, elections and economic challenges, often through prayer, counsel and moral guidance.
It maintained that his interventions have not been based on partisan political engagement.
“Let it be clearly stated: Pastor Adeboye and The RCCG will not be defined by falsehood, and neither will the Church remain silent while inaccurate narratives are repeatedly circulated as facts,” the statement added.
The church urged members of the public, media organisations, bloggers and commentators to verify claims relating to Adeboye and RCCG through its official communication channels.
“If a claim is not communicated, verified, or endorsed through RCCG’s official communication channels, it should not be regarded as an official position of the Church,” it said.
The clarification comes amid public discussions about the role of religious leaders in politics and recent criticism directed at church leaders over national issues.
