2023: If Pastor Adeboye Fails To Endorse Peter Obi, I Will Part Ways With Rccg - Member Declears - Legitvibes Apr 2026

While the church created a Directorate of Politics and Governance , its stated purpose was to encourage members to be politically active, register to vote, and support fellow church members vying for positions across all political parties, rather than to favor one candidate or party.

The RCCG released an official statement on its social media platforms, including its official Twitter page , clarifying that Pastor Adeboye would not be endorsing any candidate. While the church created a Directorate of Politics

While there were social media reports of a Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) member threatening to leave the church over a Peter Obi endorsement in the lead-up to the 2023 Nigerian general elections, the church officially maintained a neutral stance. The RCCG leadership repeatedly stated that for the 2023 elections. RCCG Official Position on Endorsements The RCCG leadership repeatedly stated that for the

Pastor Adeboye urged his congregation to fulfill their civic duty by obtaining their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and voting for the candidate of their choice. Context of the Controversy register to vote

The 2023 election period saw intense pressure from various supporter groups for major religious leaders to make endorsements:

The church provided several clarifications regarding political endorsements during the 2023 cycle: