Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has entered the conversation surrounding Bishop David Oyedepo’s luxurious 70th birthday celebration, which sparked outrage after it was revealed that the Bishop received two Rolls Royces and ₦1 billion in cash from church members.
The extravagant gifts, given at the church’s headquarters in Ota, Ogun State, set off a storm of reactions. While some admired the opulence, many Nigerians voiced their outrage, leading to heated debates on social media about wealth in the church.
In a recent video, Pastor Adeboye addressed the controversy with a bold statement. He argued that wealth is preferable to poverty, and no matter what, people will always find reasons to criticize. Adeboye's remarks have added more fuel to the ongoing debate, as Nigerians continue to weigh in on the fine line between religious devotion and displays of luxury.
“Someone gave a bishop a car and people got upset, as if a bishop must suffer and be poor,” Pastor Adeboye remarked. “If you die poor, they will blame you. But if you start driving a Rolls Royce, they will attack you. So, which would you rather choose? They’ll criticize you whether you live in poverty or abundance.”
His statement has further fueled discussions, with some agreeing with his views while others remain critical of the luxurious lifestyle embraced by some religious leaders.
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