Edo State Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo attributed his election victory to divine intervention during a testimony at Pastor Jerry Eze’s church. The announcement stirred mixed reactions online, with some praising his faith and others criticizing the church for alleged political endorsement....CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE➤
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, described his gubernatorial election victory as “God-ordained” during testimony at Pastor Jerry Eze’s New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations (NSPPD) church service. The announcement, broadcast live, has ignited mixed reactions across social media.
Governor Okpebholo attributed his electoral success to divine intervention, referencing 1 Corinthians 1:27, which states that God uses “foolish things” to confound the wise. While some viewers praised his faith and celebrated the testimony, others criticized the governor and the church for allegedly endorsing a controversial election outcome.
Prominent social media commentator Ose Anenih condemned the event, accusing the church of “mocking God” by validating a rigged election. “There was a time when mighty men of God would speak truth to power,” Anenih wrote, questioning the church’s role in the political landscape.
Meanwhile, other users took more lighthearted or satirical stances. Tweets ranged from questioning the authenticity of the testimony to calling out the blurred lines between politics and religion in Nigeria.
Defenders of Pastor Jerry Eze argued that the live nature of the service made it impossible to censor testimonies, while critics insisted the church should vet such public displays. ...CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE➤
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