RCCG Dismisses Political Endorsement Claims Against Pastor Adeboye
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has dismissed claims that its General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, endorsed any political party or government, insisting that the revered cleric has always maintained a neutral position on partisan politics.
In a strongly worded statement issued on Tuesday, the church accused some bloggers, commentators and media platforms of spreading false and misleading narratives about Adeboye and the church.
RCCG said Pastor Adeboye has consistently encouraged Nigerians, particularly church members, to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and participate in elections, but has never directed members to support any political party or candidate.
“Pastor E.A. Adeboye has always encouraged members of RCCG to get their PVCs and vote for anyone of their choice. He has always maintained a neutral stance on political parties,” the church stated.
The church also refuted allegations that Adeboye called off a planned protest, explaining that he merely relayed a directive from the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) regarding changes to the format of a nationwide prayer programme.
According to RCCG, the cleric only communicated PFN’s decision that the grand finale of the three-day prayer programme would be held at a central venue, with participants conducting a rally around the location.
The church further rejected suggestions that Adeboye has remained silent on national issues, noting that he has repeatedly spoken on insecurity, corruption, governance, elections, economic hardship and the need for righteous leadership.
RCCG stressed that while the cleric often addresses national concerns, he prefers moral guidance, prayer and counsel rather than partisan political confrontation.
The church warned against the circulation of unverified information and urged journalists and members of the public to confirm claims about Adeboye or RCCG through its official communication channels before publication.
It added that neither Pastor Adeboye nor the church would allow falsehoods and distortions to define their public image, insisting that accuracy and fairness must prevail in public discourse.This version follows a Sun newspaper style with a stronger, punchier headline and a tighter news-focused structure.
