The Redeemed Christian Church of God has issued a strong rebuttal to what it describes as repeated false claims targeting its General Overseer, Enoch Adeboye, particularly allegations relating to his political views and comments on national issues.
In a statement released on Tuesday through its official public relations platform, the church said it would no longer ignore what it called persistent misrepresentation of its leader’s words and actions. The statement directly accused some bloggers, commentators, media outlets and content creators of spreading unverified information that misrepresents Adeboye’s position on governance and politics.
According to the church, “The lies have gone on long enough. It stops now!!!” marking a firm shift in tone from earlier responses to similar controversies. It added that Pastor Adeboye and RCCG have been subjected to “false narratives, deliberate misrepresentations, and misleading commentaries driven by personal interests and agenda setting.”
RCCG emphasised that public statements attributed to the church or its leadership must be verified through its authorised communication channels. It warned that any position not issued through official platforms should be disregarded, stating that it would no longer allow inaccurate reports to circulate without challenge.
The church specifically addressed allegations that Adeboye has supported or campaigned for any political party or candidate. It dismissed such claims as false, insisting that his public guidance has consistently focused on civic participation rather than partisan alignment.
“Pastor E.A. Adeboye has always encouraged members of The Redeemed Christian Church of God to get their PVCs and vote for anyone of their choice. He has always maintained a neutral stance on political parties as members of the Church are members of various political parties,” the statement read.
The clarification appears aimed at reinforcing RCCG’s long-standing position that it does not align with political groups, even though its members participate across Nigeria’s political spectrum.
The church also responded to claims circulating online that Adeboye once called off a planned protest. It explained that the situation had been misrepresented, stating that the cleric was acting on guidance from the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria regarding adjustments to a nationwide prayer programme.
According to RCCG, the directive involved restructuring a three-day prayer programme, with the final session moved to centralised venues where rallies were also held. The church said Adeboye merely communicated this arrangement to members in line with the directive received.
On concerns that the cleric has remained silent on national challenges, RCCG rejected that assertion. It stated that Adeboye has consistently spoken on issues affecting the country, including insecurity, corruption, governance, elections, leadership and economic hardship. However, it noted that his approach is often expressed through prayer, counsel and moral instruction rather than direct political confrontation.
“Pastor E.A. Adeboye has, on several occasions, spoken about national issues such as insecurity, corruption, economic hardship, elections, governance, and the need for righteous leadership. However, he often chooses the language of moral guidance, prayer, and counsel rather than partisan political confrontation,” the statement added.
The church further stressed that its leader’s influence should not be interpreted as political activism, arguing that his interventions are framed within spiritual and ethical guidance rather than partisan engagement.
RCCG also issued a warning to journalists and content creators, urging stricter verification standards before publishing statements related to the church or its General Overseer. It described accuracy as non-negotiable and said responsible reporting must include confirmation from official RCCG communication channels.
“Accuracy is not optional. Responsible journalism requires verification,” the statement said, reinforcing its call for fact-checking before dissemination of information.
The development comes amid ongoing public debate over the role of prominent religious leaders in Nigeria’s civic and political discourse. As one of the country’s largest Pentecostal denominations, RCCG and Adeboye have frequently been referenced in discussions around elections, governance and national development.
Over the years, Adeboye has drawn attention for remarks on peace during elections, insecurity, corruption and leadership ethics, while consistently maintaining that RCCG is not politically aligned. The church says the latest statement is intended to correct what it sees as a growing pattern of misinformation and to ensure that only verified communication represents its position moving forward.
