Bishop Oyedepo Warns Members Not To Play Fool During the 2027 Elections
Nigeria prepares for yet another decisive general election in 2027, and as the political climate has been heating up, it seems the religious climate is starting to do the same.
Bishop David Oyedepo, during a recent service, has sent a firm message to members of Living Faith Church (Winners Chapel), urging them to vote wisely. Speaking during a service, the respected clergyman said, “I don’t think any member of this church will play the fool this time.”
This is in clear reference to past electoral decisions made by people who sell their votes. Although brief, the statement speaks volumes, as it reflects a deep concern from the religious communities over economic hardship in Nigeria.
Oyedepo is no stranger to political commentary. Over the years, he has spoken out strongly against corruption, bad leadership, and injustice. Though he has consistently avoided comments on partisan politics, his words often reflect dissatisfaction when an administration erodes the interests of the Nigerian people.
During the run-up to the 2023 elections, the Pastor had encouraged Nigerians to vote based on conviction and divine direction, rather than ethnic or party lines. His latest remark in 2025 is a warning for his congregation not to repeat the same mistake in 2027.
While Bishop Oyedepo did not explicitly mention any politician or party, many Nigerians are interpreting the comment as a subtle critique of the 2023 electoral outcome. Since the last elections, there has been widespread public discontent over inflation, naira devaluation, subsidy removal, and worsening economic conditions.
Apart from Bishop David Oyedepo, other clergymen have also been vocal about making the right choice in Nigerian elections. Pastor Paul Enenche of Dunamis International once called the election a decisive fork, stating that “Your choice has consequences… vote wisely”.
Other religious leaders like Pastor Ituah Ighodalo and Pastor David Ibiyeomie among others, have reiterated the need for Nigerians to vote responsibly.
Unsurprisingly, the bishop’s comment has triggered a wave of reactions across social media. Many see this as a timely wake-up call. One user, _bigkhalif, expressed disappointment with tribal politics:
“I remembered the series of Altercations some Yoruba folks had with me about speaking against their Brother coming into power; now the amount of beggars on the streets of Lagos is more than the Almajiri in the north. It breaks my heart to see what tribalism has done to us.. OUR OWN OUR OWN. Hmmm.”
It just seems like the time for passive reactions to political administrations among Christians is over. In reaction to Oyedepo’s statements, another user, igbalodebanker said,
“Do you hear the prayer point?? God deliver Nigeria from making another wrong choice meaning we already made one bad choice and we pray we don’t make another one again if you like go collect 2k and vote a bad choice… Lord deliver us.”
With the countdown to the 2027 elections underway, Bishop Oyedepo’s caution is a reflection of the impact of Nigeria’s economic hardship on the citizens.
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