The General Overseer of Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo, has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over Nigeria’s worsening insecurity and economic hardship.
Oyedepo questioned the government’s response to killings and insecurity across the country, urging the President to take greater responsibility for protecting Nigerians.
The cleric’s comments come amid renewed concerns over insecurity, including killings, abductions and attacks in different parts of the country. Reports of his remarks were circulated on Sunday as public debate over the government’s handling of insecurity intensified.
Oyedepo reportedly challenged the administration to do more to protect citizens, arguing that the scale of insecurity requires decisive action from those in authority.
He also criticised what he perceived as inadequate government action in the face of killings and hardship.
The Bishop’s comments add to a growing chorus of criticism from religious leaders, civil society voices and opposition politicians over insecurity in Nigeria.
Oyedepo raises concern over killings
Insecurity has remained one of the major issues confronting the Tinubu administration, with communities across several states facing threats from bandits, kidnappers and other armed groups.
The government has repeatedly said security agencies are working to address the situation and has continued to announce military and security operations against criminal groups.
However, persistent attacks and abductions have continued to generate public concern.
Oyedepo’s latest remarks therefore place additional pressure on the government to demonstrate stronger results in its efforts to protect Nigerians.
The cleric has previously spoken publicly about national issues, including governance, the economy and security.
His latest intervention comes at a politically sensitive period, with political parties and potential candidates already preparing for the 2027 elections.
Growing pressure over insecurity
Security remains a major factor likely to shape public opinion ahead of the next general election.
While the government maintains that it is addressing the problem, critics continue to argue that more needs to be done to prevent attacks and protect communities.
Oyedepo’s comments are therefore likely to fuel further debate over the administration’s record on security and whether its efforts have sufficiently improved conditions across the country.