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2023: New Year Prophecies From Major Christian Clerics
By Funmilayo Olusanya
As the new year unfolds many clerics have made predictions of what to expect in 2023 especially about the coming general elections in the country.
Although the accuracy and validity of prophecies are often disputed because many people believe that the future is not fixed and can be changed through human actions or inactions.
Here are some of the 2023 prophecies by prominent Christian Clerics:
Pastor Enoch Adeboye
The general overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, shared his prophecies for 2023 during the church’s annual crossover service on Saturday night.
According to Pastor Adeboye, the world can expect a year of relative peace and improved weather, with opportunities for personal restoration and wealth transfer.
He also mentioned that some troublemakers may lose their ability to cause disruptions and that certain “balloons will be deflated.”
The pastor encouraged listeners to trust in God, stating that the biggest challenges of the previous year will lead to the biggest testimonies in 2023.
In his words ,” The weather will be more erratic and will now be very nice in some places but we are trusting God it will be nice wherever we are. God also says the world this year will be relatively more peaceful.”
“The biggest challenge of 2022 will lead to your biggest testimony in 2023. The Lord will speak peace to some troubled homes. In 2023, for quite a few people, there would be restoration of lost glories. Many trouble makers will lose the ability to make trouble this year. Few balloons will be deflated this year. There will be a bit of wealth transfer. Generally, 2023 is a year of many opportunities.”
Bishop Oyedepo
The founder of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, also known as Winners’ Chapel International, Bishop Oyedepo, recently spoke about the state of the nation, saying that he has seen it “going down the drain” and expressing his sadness about this.
He also emphasized the importance of avoiding pride in the coming year, 2023. Oyedepo believes that 2023 will be a year of spiritual awakening and growth for his church, with an outbreak of light leading to supernatural changes for individuals.
He predicts that there will be an army of giants emerging from his church in 2023 and that there will be a rise of global solution providers and financiers within the church. Oyedepo also believes that God will turn people in his church into “signs and wonders,” allowing them to operate at a supernatural level in their various fields.
Primate Elijah Ayodele
According to the spiritual leader and founder of the Inri Evangelical Spiritual Church in Lagos, Primate Elijah Ayodele, Nigeria’s economic outlook for the coming year is bleak.
In a recent interview, Ayodele warned that the nation would face further economic challenges, including an increase in Value Added Tax (VAT) and difficulty for state governors in paying workers’ salaries. The cleric also predicted financial crises for some banks and problems for the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele.
In addition, Ayodele suggested that the Labour Party would face internal crises and that the presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, should manage the problems within his own party. The cleric also predicted that the G5 integrity group would not make any impact in 2023, but would betray one another. He warned Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), that those around him would betray him and that restructuring would not happen.
Ayodele also mentioned that some political aspirants would die before the election and that there would be a massive protest in 2024. Finally, he predicted a coup in another African country and protests from security agents in Nigeria’s warfront.
Prophet Joshua Iginla
According to founder and General Overseer of the Champions Royal Assembly, Prophet Joshua Iginla, there will not be significant drama during the 2023 presidential election in Nigeria.
He encouraged people to pray for the country leading up to the election, but assured them that there will not be as much drama as some have predicted.
Iginla stated that God is with the country and has it covered. This statement comes after various prophecies of doom have circulated about the election, causing concern among the population.
“You have to pray for Nigeria between now and the 2023 election because of the drama that may show up. But don’t worry, there won’t be much drama because God is with the country. Forget about the prophecies of doom, there won’t be much drama during the 2023 election. It won’t be as much as people are predicting because God has this country covered “, he said.
Apostle Johnson Suleman
Nigerian televangelist and the senior pastor and general overseer of Omega Fire Ministries International, Apostle Johnson Suleman has released his predictions for the year 2023, stating that individuals will experience abundance, blessings, and protection from their enemies.
Suleman also mentions that individuals will have a strong connection with the Holy Spirit and will be used by God to expand his kingdom.
Additionally, Suleman predicts that people will have the support and pride of their family and friends, and will see the failure of any negative prophecies made against them. Throughout the year, Suleman says that individuals will be surrounded by angels and will not struggle to find guidance or pursue purity.
He also says that people will move from one celebration to another and will see the fulfillment of their dreams with the help of others. Finally, Suleman emphasizes that the almighty God will be with individuals and will fill any emptiness they may feel.
Apostle Arome Osayi
The founder of the Remnant Christian Network (RCN), Apostle Arome Osayi has released a statement on Facebook addressing the belief that politics is a dirty game.
In the video, Osayi argues that politics is not inherently bad, and can even be a platform for God’s agenda if pursued by someone close to God. He encourages Christians in Nigeria to participate fully in the political process and to not sell their votes.
Osayi also notes that the negative perception of politics may be the result of bad people entering the field, and encourages people to not let this perception discourage them from participating.
The Enugu State Government has commended the Republic of Finland for the arrest of Simon Ekpa, a Finland-based leader of the proscribed separatist group, Autopilots.
Ekpa has been accused of orchestrating violence and chaos in Nigeria’s South East region.
In a statement issued on Friday by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, the government described Ekpa as a “common criminal, con man, and terrorist” who has exploited the Igbo people while claiming to represent their interests.
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“The Enugu State Government welcomes the arrest of the Finland-based terrorist, Simon Ekpa,” the statement read.
“His arrest and trial will no doubt go a long way in strengthening peace, security, and stability in all parts of the South East.”
The state government accused Ekpa of sponsoring violent activities that have resulted in the loss of lives, destruction of property, and disruption of the region’s economic activities.
It stated that Ekpa’s actions were driven by personal greed and not genuine concern for the Igbo people.
Onyia said, “Ekpa is a murderer and fraudster who delights in killing his people and living large off their misery.
“He thrives on manipulating, exploiting, and extorting the people on the pretext of fighting for their interest and for the restoration of Biafra.”
The government emphasized its readiness to provide evidence of Ekpa’s alleged crimes to support his prosecution, whether in Finland or Nigeria.
“This arrest is in line with the demand of the Governor Peter Mbah Administration, which has repeatedly made it known that Ekpa is a megalomaniac, common criminal, murderer, and fraudster who takes joy in feeding fat on the manipulated emotions of Ndigbo and inflicting misery on the South East region,” the statement added.
The government further criticized Ekpa for fostering a climate of fear and insecurity that has harmed the entrepreneurial spirit and economic growth of the Igbo people.
“Ekpa has for long, and unfortunately from Finland, made a living by creating a siege climate and mentality in the South East, destroying lives, property, and the Igbo trademark of entrepreneurship and hard work,” Onyia said.
The Enugu State Government expressed optimism that Ekpa’s arrest would mark a turning point in the quest for peace and stability in the South East, urging residents to remain vigilant and supportive of ongoing efforts to restore normalcy in the region.
The COP29 presidency has unveiled an ambitious climate finance plan, calling on developed nations to provide $250 billion annually to developing countries by 2035.
The proposal, part of a broader initiative to mobilize $1.3 trillion from public and private sources each year, seeks to address the mounting challenges posed by climate change.
The five-page draft text, released on Friday, emphasizes the need for developed nations to lead the charge in financing climate action.
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According to the document, this financial commitment is seen as a critical step toward combating the climate crisis and fostering sustainable development globally.
“In this context, it is decided to set a goal in extension of the goal referred to in paragraph 53 of decision 1/CP.21, with developed country Parties taking the lead, to USD 250 billion per year by 2035 for developing country Parties for climate action,” the draft states.
The announcement follows the release of an earlier 10-page draft on Thursday, which drew significant criticism from Global South delegations.
Many expressed frustration that the document lacked clear financial commitments from wealthier nations, falling short of expectations to support adaptation and mitigation efforts.
“There is a clear need to address the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities, especially given the diverse circumstances shaping national priorities,” a negotiator from a developing country delegation remarked.
The updated proposal aims to address some of these concerns by outlining more specific targets. However, skepticism remains among some negotiators, who feel the revisions still fail to adequately address their demands.
Meanwhile, developed countries have raised their own reservations about the proposed plan.
A European negotiator, speaking to Reuters, described the $250 billion annual target as unrealistic and criticized the lack of measures to expand the pool of contributing countries.
“No one is comfortable with the number because it’s high, and there’s almost nothing on broadening the contributor base,” the negotiator said.
The mixed reactions underscore the persistent divide between developed and developing nations in climate negotiations.
While the draft text aims to reconcile these differences, the gap between expectations and commitments remains a significant hurdle.
The President of the African School of Governance, Kingsley Chiedu Moghalu has admonished state actors against resorting to brutal force in the bid to muscle out separatist agitators.
In the aftermath of Mazi Simon Ekpa, the Finland based Biafran nationalist agitator being caught in legal web and the Nigerian government moving swiftly to seek his repatriation, the former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has cautioned that ‘We either fix our problems, or our problems will eventually “fix” us. No alternative to a renegotiated union.’
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The political economist, while expressing his hope in Nigeria, made it clear that “hope is not a strategy”.
He bared his mind in a series of posts on his verified handle on micro-blogging site, X on Friday.
Moghalu wrote, “Despite sustained contemporary difficulties, I am hopeful about Nigeria. But hope is not a strategy. We need to improve state capacity for effective governance.
“We either fix our problems, or our problems will eventually “fix” us. No alternative to a renegotiated union.
“We must learn to be honest with ourselves and address the root causes of our problems. Why ignore them, when the problem is actually quite solvable? The problem with continuing with this approach is that when the danger crystallizes, those who thought they were benefiting from
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