Key Points
- Oyedepo says he warned Nigeria about crisis in 2015. He says leaders did not act on his warnings.
- He blames paid prophets who tell officials only pleasing words. He says this leaves the country with weak security.
- He warns the economy is battered and the future hangs. He adds public money is still being widely distributed.
Pastor David Oyedepo (David Olaniyi Oyedepo) said he warned Nigeria in 2015. He told congregation and the public he saw the country going down.
In a recent post shared by Wahala Room his remarks were republished. He said he does not take government funds and avoids political payoffs.
His sermon highlighted money distributors who keep giving cash to allies. Many readers online linked his warning to current economic hardship. Read the post Oyedepo warning republished online on social pages and news feeds today.
What he criticised
He criticised religious figures who he says now echo only pleasing words. He said this practice weakens public trust in moral leaders.
He argued that lack of clear security responses leaves citizens exposed and afraid. He said the state must give clear answers and firm action.
He warned that economic suffering has become widespread across cities and towns. He asked elders and leaders to calm things down and act.
Reaction and context
Some social readers praised his early warning and called for urgent fixes. Others questioned why leaders ignored prior cautions and failed to act.
A short quote from his address underlines his view and urgency. “I saw a nation going down the drain and cried,” he said.
The post has renewed debate about spending, aid and public safety nationwide. Media and public figures are citing the warning in online discussions.
Pastor Oyedepo has long spoken on national matters and public morality. His comments add to wider calls for clearer policies and stronger security measures.
Read more coverage and related reporting on this topic today. See the wider reaction in our article Oyedepo warning republished online for full context
