Pastor Enoch Adeboye has reacted to the controversy surrounding a failed prophecy made by Primate Elijah Ayodele during the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which involved Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman.
Newsonspot reports that ahead of the tournament, Primate Ayodele publicly warned against fielding Lookman, a message that quickly spread across social media and religious circles. However, events on the pitch proved otherwise, as Lookman delivered impressive performances and scored crucial goals for Nigeria.
Speaking during a church programme, Pastor Adeboye addressed the issue, cautioning Christians against placing emphasis on sensational prophecies. He revealed that he laughed when the prophecy failed openly, noting that the outcome brought glory to God rather than to human predictions.
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Adeboye further clarified that he does not identify himself as a prophet but strictly as a pastor. He added that while God can speak to anyone at any time, believers must carefully test every spiritual message they hear.
The failed prophecy has sparked widespread debate across Nigeria, with many Nigerians arguing that football should not be spiritualized. Others, however, believe that faith and sports naturally intersect within Nigerian culture.
Meanwhile, Primate Elijah Ayodele has responded to the backlash, defending his statement and insisting that his prophecy was misunderstood and not limited to a single match.
The Lookman incident continues to trend nationwide, fueling conversations on faith, prophecy, and sports in Nigeria.
