The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has clarified that Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, will not be removed from her position as a pastor in the church.
Speaking during the monthly Holy Ghost Service, Adeboye explained that the First Lady was ordained as an Assistant Pastor over a decade ago, well before her husband, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, indicated any interest in contesting for the presidency.
Adeboye stressed that the ordination followed due process and adhered strictly to the church’s established guidelines.
He maintained that there has been no breach of doctrine or conduct that would warrant disciplinary action, insisting that external pressure would not influence the church’s decisions.
According to him, the church would not bow to calls demanding her removal, noting that her pastoral role remains valid.
Mixed reactions trail announcement
The development has sparked a wave of reactions from Nigerians, particularly on social media, with opinions sharply divided.
A user, Thanos🐦🔥 (@Thanors), wrote, “Of course. Why will you close a channel where taxpayers’ money flow into your church?”
Another commenter, Thoughts (@Thoughtsmin12), said, “How is that our problem, we just want God to help us vote out her husband.” Mr Austin Chukwu (@austin_chu22188) criticised the decision, stating,
Similarly, David Ozovehe Omeiza (@ozoveheomeiza1) questioned the church’s decision, asking, “Ask yourself, why did a church ordain someone who’s married to a partner of another faith? The churches just do what they like, not what God would want them to.”
Dennis Attah (@dennisattah) reacted bluntly, saying, “No ‘Reasonable person’ gives a sh*t.” However, some voices expressed support for the church’s stance. Eljaheem Michael (@El_Jaheem) noted,
“On this one I agree with the G.O. RCCG! Nigerians always having misplaced priorities. What does her ordination has to do with Nigeria’s challenges?”
In a different tone, Shola Hassan (@hasbol01) urged internal accountability within the church, saying, “If you’re a redeemite, the list of ordainees for 2026 has been posted… Anyone who has questionable character should be flagged.”
Another user, Isiaka Ali (@isiaka_ali), added, “Yes, of course, she is the wife of the president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. For God’s sake.” /
