RCCG Upholds Due Process Despite Adeboye’s Appeal for Seaking’s Release

 

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The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has clarified its stance on the arrest of TikToker Olumide Ogunsanwo, popularly known as Seaking303, insisting that due process must be followed despite General Overseer Pastor Enoch Adeboye’s earlier call for his release. Seaking was arrested by the Nigeria Police in Lagos and transferred to the Federal Investigation Department (FID) in Abuja following a viral TikTok video in which he referred to Pastor Adeboye as “very stupid and foolish” for imposing a 100-day fast on his congregation. The arrest was made under the directive of Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Dasuki Galandanchi.

While Pastor Adeboye had publicly called for Seaking’s release, stating, “He is fulfilling prophecy,” the RCCG has now emphasized that the law must take its course. In a statement, the church explained that its revised position followed a “careful review of the concerns raised regarding certain statements and allegations in the video.” The church noted that the earlier videos containing potentially defamatory statements had not been thoroughly examined at the time of Adeboye’s remarks.

The RCCG clarified that Adeboye’s call for Seaking’s release during the Holy Ghost Service Night should not be misinterpreted as interference in an ongoing police investigation. It also revealed that a formal complaint had been lodged by the Concerned Christian Youth Forum on behalf of the Fathers of Faith, including Adeboye. The church expressed confidence that the relevant authorities would conduct their investigations professionally and reach a just conclusion based on the law.

While reiterating Pastor Adeboye’s commitment to love and reconciliation, the RCCG emphasized the importance of due process. It also warned against cyberbullying and inappropriate comments directed at spiritual leaders, the church, or the Christian faith, stressing that respect for spiritual leaders remains a core value in the faith and culture. The church called for respectful discourse and urged the public to avoid actions that could undermine religious harmony.

Here is a press release from RCCG :

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