Primate Ayodele denies defaming Kwankwaso over prophecy about Obi betrayal

Primate Elijah Ayodele of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church has denied allegations that he defamed former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso with a recent prophecy. He says the prophecy—that Kwankwaso would betray former Anambra Governor Peter Obi in his presidential bid—came directly from God and was not motivated by any personal grudge. Ayodele stresses he has never met Kwankwaso and insists his prophetic messages are never aimed at attacking individuals, adding that the statement was widely misunderstood and misrepresented by those with political motives.

He urges anyone mentioned in his prophecies to seek clarification before issuing threats or making accusations, and warns that those who manipulate his videos for personal or political gain will face consequences. The denial comes amid reports that Kwankwaso is preparing a N10 billion defamation lawsuit against the cleric, a move backed by the OK Movement and echoed by commentators such as Aisha Yesufu, who said she once urged Kwankwaso to be Obi's running mate.

The episode highlights the growing tension between religious pronouncements and Nigerian politics, especially as the 2027 election cycle approaches. It also underscores how easily religious content can be twisted for political advantage.

If you encounter a prophecy involving a public figure, will you seek clarification first, or could sharing it without verification unintentionally fuel political conflict?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/06/25/i-didnt-try-to-defame-you-primate-ayodele-tells-kwankwaso/