A video by popular TikToker ‘Mama G’ has drawn widespread attention online after she openly criticized Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, and his children. In the clip, she alleged that the pastor discouraged RCCG members from staging a protest because President Bola Tinubu’s wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, is an ordained pastor in the church.
Mama G, known for her commentary on social and political issues, posted the video to her TikTok page earlier this week. In it, she expressed anger and rained curses while reacting to unconfirmed reports that RCCG leadership had asked members to stand down from planned protests over economic hardship.
“Why will you stop people from speaking out because the president’s wife is a pastor in your church?” she said in the video. “Is the church now for politicians?” She went on to direct strong words at Pastor Adeboye and his children, accusing them of prioritizing political ties over the welfare of ordinary Nigerians.
The video has since been widely shared across X, Facebook, and WhatsApp, generating thousands of comments. Reactions are split. Some users echoed Mama G’s frustration, saying religious leaders should not appear to shield the government from accountability. Others condemned the use of curses and personal attacks on a cleric, arguing that criticism should remain respectful.
*Background and Context*
RCCG has not issued an official statement confirming or denying that it instructed members not to protest. The church has, in the past, urged members to pray for the nation and avoid violence during periods of civil unrest. Senator Oluremi Tinubu is an ordained Assistant Pastor in RCCG, a fact that has been publicly known for years.
Protests over the rising cost of living have been organized by various groups across Nigeria in recent months. Some religious bodies have participated, while others have advised prayer and dialogue with the government.
*Reactions From Religious Circles*
Several RCCG members who commented online said they were not aware of any direct order stopping protests. “Daddy G.O. always tells us to be law-abiding and pray for leaders, but he has never said we cannot express ourselves peacefully,” one member wrote.
Christian leaders outside RCCG have also weighed in. Some cautioned against using the pulpit to suppress civic action, while others warned that viral videos can spread misinformation and deepen division.
*The Larger Debate*
The incident has reignited a long-standing debate in Nigeria about the intersection of religion and politics. Critics argue that close ties between prominent pastors and politicians can create conflicts of interest when members seek to hold the government accountable. Supporters of Pastor Adeboye point to his decades of preaching non-violence and say the church’s role is to counsel peace, not mobilize street action.
Legal experts note that Nigerians have a constitutional right to peaceful protest, and religious organizations cannot lawfully bar members from civic participation. However, churches can advise their congregations as they see fit….See More
