The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Enoch Adeboye, has declared that Nigeria’s next president ahead of the 2027 general elections has already been determined by divine will.
Speaking during a workers’ meeting at the Redemption City along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Adeboye emphasised that the outcome of the election ultimately rests in God’s hands, beyond human control or political maneuvering.
He said, “The next president has already been decided by God who owns the universe. It is not something we can determine by human effort alone. The will of God will be done.”
The cleric urged Nigerians not to be anxious over the nation’s political future, stressing the supremacy of divine authority in the affairs of men.
“I never said we should not be involved in politics, but we must understand that God has the final say in the affairs of men,” he said.
He further advised citizens to remain calm, prayerful, and focused as political activities gather momentum ahead of 2027.
“We should do our part, but we should also keep on praying and trust God. That is what is satisfying to me,” he added.
Reacting to remarks by activist Omoyele Sowore, who described him alongside other clerics as “fathers of Christians in Nigeria,” Adeboye dismissed the label, clarifying his stance on religious leadership.
“Sowore said that we are not the fathers of Christians but we are denominational fathers. He is very correct. I don’t want to be father of all Christians in Nigeria. I’m satisfied with being the father of the Redeemed Christian Churh of God. That’s enough assignment for me.
“I have never wanted to be the father of all Christians in Nigeria. The
CAN President is the father leader of Christians in Nigeria.”
He reiterated that leadership of Christians nationwide rests with the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and its president.
Adeboye also rejected claims circulating on social media that the RCCG is aligned with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), maintaining that the church remains independent while speaking on issues affecting Nigerians, including economic hardship.
He added that he would not hesitate to join a peaceful protest if called upon by CAN leadership, noting that his position is driven by principle rather than politics.
“I have protested before during the Goodluck Jonathan administration,” he said.
The cleric, however, made it clear that while politicians are free to attend church services, they will not be allowed to use the altar for political campaigns.
