Adeboye’s Business Ventures: A Controversial Claim

Renowned Nigerian lawyer Femi Falana has stirred controversy by accusing Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), of prioritizing business interests over spiritual development.

In a recent interview with Sahara TV, Falana expressed concern over Adeboye’s plans to establish more churches, arguing that this initiative is primarily driven by commercial motives rather than a genuine desire to spread the gospel.

Falana highlighted the potential dangers of excessive religiosity, urging Nigerians to focus on true spirituality. He suggested that Adeboye’s actions reflect a growing trend of religious leaders using their platforms for financial gain.
This claim has sparked debate among Nigerians, with some supporting Falana’s perspective and others defending Adeboye and the RCCG.

The controversy underscores the complex relationship between religion and commerce in contemporary Nigeria.

See reactions below;

suparay_dike: Fela also sang that lawyer wey nor knew him to work, na suwegbe oh.

toby__williams: Normally, if you want to become a pastor in RCCG, it is very easy. Just have small money, drive a good car and be consistent in participating in church programs. Don’t worry, they will receive God’s call on your behalf and boom pastorate straight, and that’s why you will hardly see a Redeem pastor that has the prophetic depth; they lack the word. Quote me anywhere and they all wanna preach like their GO.

bodayemo: I don’t get it😂, what’s this sudden war against churches???🤷🏻‍♂️. I know many people whose source of livelihood depends on RCCG. Some people are employed and work 9-5 of which I know a few. Are we trying to blame churches now for the failure of our government? Have you ever seen these Redeem churches that are established in the streets? Some of them do not get past 10members. Is that what you call business?? Get your priorities right Mr man. Churches are not Nigeria’s problems.

official_devon91: Old fuul. Watin concern you. RCCG helped me as a drummer throughout the 4 years of my first degree.