- PFN Denies Linking Nationwide Prayer Programme To Pastor Adeboye, RCCG
- Fellowship said all directives came solely from its leadership.
- PFN urged Nigerians to reject misinformation and promote unity.
The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has dismissed claims linking its recent nationwide prayer programme to the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) and its General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adeboye.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the fellowship described the allegations as false, misleading and completely unfounded, insisting that the initiative was conceived, organised and executed solely by the PFN.
In a statement issued by its National Secretary, Bishop David Bakare, the Christian body said it was wrong to attribute the programme to Pastor Adeboye or the RCCG.
“It is deeply unfortunate for anyone to attempt to attribute the programme to Pastor E.A. Adeboye or the Redeemed Christian Church of God. The RCCG never called for any protest. The programme was entirely a PFN initiative,” Bakare said.
He explained that all directives, instructions and operational decisions relating to the exercise originated from the leadership of the fellowship without any involvement from Pastor Adeboye or the RCCG.
Bakare stated, “The programme was entirely a PFN affair, and all directives, instructions, and operational decisions originated from PFN leadership without any interference whatsoever from Pastor Adeboye or the RCCG.
“Every church that participated, including RCCG, simply complied with the directive of the fellowship as responsible members of the pentecostal community.”
The PFN further clarified that the final day of the programme coincided with Pentecost Sunday, a Christian observance celebrated globally by believers across different denominations.
According to Bakare, the gatherings held during the period were part of a worldwide Christian celebration and were not exclusive to RCCG or churches in Nigeria.
“Pentecost is celebrated worldwide by Christians across denominations and nations. Therefore, the gatherings held were not peculiar to RCCG or churches in Nigeria alone. They formed part of a global Christian observance,” he said.
The fellowship also disclosed that an earlier proposal involving public processions and the use of placards was shelved following security concerns.
Bakare expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the programme, noting that it successfully mobilised prayers for Nigeria and received widespread participation.
“We are grateful to God that the programme was successful and widely embraced. If there are individuals who believe alternative approaches should have been adopted, they are free to organise lawful initiatives of their own rather than spreading unfounded allegations and misinformation borne out of ignorance or prejudice,” he said.
The PFN urged Christians and Nigerians to reject misinformation and continue supporting efforts that promote unity, peace and national development.
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