Mrs. Titilayo Akindayomi-Adewale, daughter of the founder of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pa Josiah Akindayomi, has denied reports attributing criticism of senior pastors and the church’s leadership to her.
Akindayomi-Adewale said she did not make the statements being circulated about the RCCG leadership and her father’s legacy.
The clarification comes after reports and online discussions attributed comments to her concerning whether some senior pastors were aware that her father founded the church.
Akindayomi-Adewale rejects claims
The RCCG founder’s daughter distanced herself from the reports, saying the claims attributed to her did not represent what she said.
Her denial seeks to draw a line between her actual position and statements circulating on social media and other platforms.
The controversy centres on the legacy of Pa Josiah Akindayomi, who founded RCCG, and discussions about the history and origins of the church.
Background to the controversy
Akindayomi-Adewale has previously spoken publicly about her father and his place in the history of RCCG.
Earlier accounts have also reported her discussing the need for the founder’s legacy to be remembered within the church.
However, she has now denied the latest reports suggesting that she was attacking senior pastors or campaigning against the current leadership.
Appeal for accurate reporting
Her clarification highlights the importance of verifying statements attributed to public figures, particularly when such statements concern religious institutions and their leadership.
The RCCG is one of Nigeria’s largest Pentecostal denominations and has a significant global presence.
Akindayomi-Adewale’s denial is therefore likely to draw attention among members and followers of the church as discussions about its history and leadership continue.