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“The money they gave you to vote for them in the last election, I hope it’s still there?” — Bishop Oyedepo

Grateful OgunjebeApr 1, 2026
“The money they gave you to vote for them in the last election, I hope it’s still there?” — Bishop Oyedepo

Founder of Living Faith Church, David Oyedepo, has cautioned Nigerians against making what he described as “wrong electoral choices,” urging citizens not to trade their future for financial inducements during elections.

The cleric gave the warning during a church service, where he addressed issues of governance, leadership selection, and national unity.

His remarks come amid ongoing debates about Nigeria’s political direction and concerns over voting patterns influenced by monetary incentives.

Cleric warns against vote trading

“The money they gave you in the last election, I’m sure it is still there. How can you sell your destiny? I don’t think any member of this church will play the fool this time,” he said.

“Today you have Muslim-Muslim ticket being propagated, tomorrow something else. When wrong character is established at the top, it flows down to every level of leadership. People must think beyond immediate gains,” he added.

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Call for national reflection

Oyedepo further stressed the need for national unity in a country he described as deeply divided along religious lines, urging citizens to act responsibly in future elections.

“If Nigeria makes another mistake now, God forbid. We must pray for this nation and ask for deliverance from going backward,” he said.

The bishop also referenced past warnings he claimed to have issued as far back as 2015, noting that electoral decisions have long-term consequences for governance and national development.

His comments have sparked reactions, with some supporting his stance on voter responsibility, while others view it as part of ongoing religious commentary on Nigeria’s political landscape.

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Grateful OgunjebeApr 1, 2026