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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 Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, CP Ahmed Muhammad Sanusi, has inspected security deployments at churches across the territory, urging officers to maintain professionalism and vigilance during religious activities.
The inspection was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh.
Sanusi conducted the inspection on November 8, 2026, to assess the operational readiness of personnel deployed to worship centres and evaluate security arrangements for residents and worshippers.
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The exercise followed a similar inspection of mosques across the FCT on Friday, November 6, as the Command sustained efforts to strengthen security around religious centres.
During the visits, the police commissioner charged officers to remain professional and responsive in the discharge of their duties.
He also commended residents for their peaceful and orderly conduct following mosque and church services, noting that public cooperation remained essential to maintaining security and public order across the territory.
The commissioner urged residents to continue cooperating with the police and other law enforcement agencies, remain security-conscious and promptly report suspicious persons, movements or activities to the nearest police station.
He further encouraged residents to utilise the Command’s emergency lines, 08032003913 and 08061581938, to report security concerns.
Adeh said the Command’s Public Relations Office remained open and accessible to members of the public for enquiries, complaints, information and other security-related matters.
The FCT Police Command reiterated its commitment to protecting residents and worshippers and maintaining security across the Federal Capital Territory.
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, for the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The development was disclosed on Friday by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications in the Office of the Vice President.
Akwa Ibom occupies a strategic position in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, with major federal investments expected to strengthen infrastructure and economic activities across the state.
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One of the major projects is the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway, which has an approximately 82.8-kilometre stretch passing through Akwa Ibom.
The project, according to the statement, “promises improved connectivity, expanded trade, greater investment and new economic opportunities for communities across the region.”
Beyond infrastructure, the administration’s interventions in education, agriculture, healthcare, youth empowerment and social protection are also designed to improve livelihoods and broaden economic participation.
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) is among the initiatives highlighted, complementing Governor Umo Eno’s investments in roads, aviation, tourism and human capital development.
The statement noted that the Uyo rally provides “another opportunity to strengthen the APC’s growing political presence in the South-South and make the case for continuity in 2027.”
Executive Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria, Elohor Aiboni was among 100 people honoured with the DTN@100 Award.
She joined a list of distinguished recipients recognised by the Daily Times newspapers. The contributions of the awardees to national development will be documented in a special publication, titled Nigerian Grand Book.
Daily Times which started publication in 1926 gave the awards as part of its centenary celebrations in Lagos. The centenary theme is: “Honouring the Past, Shaping the Future.” Chairman, Folio Media Group and Publisher Daily Times of Nigeria Fidelis Anosike said: “We proudly celebrate Elohor Aiboni, Executive Vice President and Country Chair of Shell Companies in Nigeria, for her well-deserved recognition at the Daily Times Heroes Award. As a visionary female leader, Elohor has shown that true leadership is defined by action. Her forward-thinking policies continue to drive real, positive change across our nation.”
In her response, Elohor said: “Although this award is presented to me, I do not regard it as mine alone. I share it with my colleagues across the Shell Companies in Nigeria, our partners, and the many people I have had the privilege of working with and learning from over the years.”
Elohor was commended for her achievements in a career in the energy industry that started in Shell in 2002. In addition to serving in operational roles within and outside Nigeria, she has worked as asset manager for Bonga, leading up to her appointment as Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) in 2021, the first female to hold the post. Early this year, she took up the role of Executive Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria, also the first female and Nigerian to hold both roles.
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In her acceptance speech, Elohor also called for concerted efforts towards educating the girl-child. She said: “If we are serious about shaping Nigeria’s future, we must be equally serious about educating and empowering the Nigerian girl child. Education provides not only knowledge, but also confidence, choice and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to her community and country.”
Photo Caption – L-R: Energy and Investment Solicitor, Sam Aiboni; Executive Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Nigeria, Elohor Aiboni; actress Rita Dominic; and Daily Times Chairman, Fidelis Anosike, during the award presentation at Harbour Point, Lagos.
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