Lagos, Nigeria: The Redeemed Christian Church of God dismissed allegations on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 that its General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, campaigned for the ruling government.
Okay News reports that RCCG Public Relations released a statement clarifying the cleric maintains a neutral stance on partisan politics and encourages church members to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards to vote for candidates of their choice.
The church denied claims that Adeboye called off a planned protest, explaining he relayed a directive from the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria regarding adjustments to a three-day prayer program 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. This was communicated by PFN to all churches under PFN in Nigeria,” the church said.
The statement rejected allegations that Adeboye intentionally ignores national issues, noting he has spoken about insecurity, corruption, economic hardship, and elections through moral guidance, prayer, and counsel.
“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 said.
The church urged the public, bloggers, commentators, and media organizations to verify information through its official communication channels before publication.
“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,” the statement said.
