David Oyedepo has urged Nigerians to avoid making what he called “wrong electoral choices,” cautioning against exchanging the nation’s future for financial inducements during elections.
The cleric delivered the warning during a church service, where he discussed governance, leadership selection, and national unity. His remarks come as debates intensify over Nigeria’s political direction and concerns over voting influenced by monetary incentives.
Addressing vote trading, Oyedepo said:
“The money they gave you in the last election, I’m sure it is still there. How can you sell your destiny? I don’t think any member of this church will play the fool this time.”
He added:
“Today you have Muslim-Muslim ticket being propagated, tomorrow something else. When wrong character is established at the top, it flows down to every level of leadership. People must think beyond immediate gains.”
The cleric also called for national reflection and unity in a country he described as deeply divided along religious lines. He urged citizens to act responsibly in future elections:
“If Nigeria makes another mistake now, God forbid. We must pray for this nation and ask for deliverance from going backward.”
Referencing past warnings dating back to 2015, Oyedepo emphasized that electoral decisions have long-term consequences for governance and national development.
His comments have generated mixed reactions, with some supporting his call for voter responsibility and others framing it as part of ongoing religious commentary on Nigeria’s political scene.
