In a blistering sermon that has ignited national attention, Bishop David Oyedepo has taken aim at Nigeria’s leadership, declaring that citizens voted for a killer system responsible for the country’s escalating insecurity.
Bishop Oyedepo did not hold back, accusing political leaders of failing to protect lives and maintain law and order, and calling the current state of affairs a direct result of poor governance and moral decay at the top. His remarks come amid a surge in violent incidents across Nigeria, leaving citizens fearful and demanding accountability.
The outspoken cleric warned that continued leadership failures could deepen national crises and urged Nigerians to demand true accountability from their elected officials. Analysts say his comments are fueling debate on the effectiveness of the government’s security strategy and the broader consequences of unchecked political mismanagement.
Social media has erupted with reactions to Bishop Oyedepo’s fiery message, with many praising his courage while others question the political overtones of his sermon. One thing is certain: his words have struck a nerve, forcing Nigerians to confront the grim realities of insecurity and governance.
“I told Nigerians and I said, watch, you are voting a k! Ll3r system into power. I saw a bloodthirsty of men coming to cause massacre in the country. Telling the blind the way to go is a problem. The government is irresponsible, insensitive and callous.”
— Bishop David Oyedepo. pic.twitter.com/zA6ti703z5
— 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 (@AsakyGRN) April 1, 2026
