Nollywood actor, IK Ogbonna has criticized the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) over the rising trend of alleged “fake miracles” in certain churches.

In an Instagram post on Wednesday, Ogbonna stated that using God’s name to promote falsehood is a betrayal of the gospel.

While cautioning Christians against social media trends that disrespect their faith, the actor called on the federal government and CAN to regulate and hold the bad actors accountable.

“It is heartbreaking to see pastors faking miracles to deceive and exploit the vulnerable people. These acts stain the true essence of Christianity, turning faith into a spectacle for selfish gain. The consequences? Broken trust, lost lives, and faith manipulated for profit.

“To those pastors, it is time to reflect. Using God’s name for falsehood is a betrayal of the gospel. The victims should remember that their faith is sacred, and true miracles don’t come from deception.

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“Let us also be cautious not to get carried away by social media trends that ridicule and disrespect our faith. Christianity should never be used as a tool for views, likes or viral content.

“I call on government and religious bodies like the CAN to step up, regulate, and hold bad actors accountable. Christianity is not fraud, manipulation, or mockery. Let’s stand to protect the integrity of our faith!”

The actor’s post came following the controversial video of The Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministries’ members’ strange testimonies.

The trending video captured an elderly woman who claimed she was robbed by four armed men but miraculously gained control of their guns after saying “I’m a chosen.”

Another man recounted being rescued from kidnappers by a lion, which lifted him into the air and guided him to safety.

Additionally, a survivor claimed to have endured machete attacks and gunfire without sustaining any injuries.

Nigerian music sensation, Ikuforiji Olaitan Abdulrahman, better known as Oxlade, has revealed an interesting detail about his early childhood.

The singer claimed that he started singing before he could even talk, a talent that he believes was evident from a very young age.

During his appearance on the *’90s Babies* podcast, Oxlade shared that his parents told him he was more inclined to sing than speak as a child.

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“I started singing before I started talking. My parents told me that I started singing before I could even talk,” Oxlade recounted during the interview.

The “Ku Lo Sa” hitmaker explained that his musical abilities seemed to develop faster than his speech, saying, “I sang faster than catching up with talks. That was what my parents told me. I feel like that was where it [my talent] all started from.”

Oxlade’s natural musical talent has since blossomed into a thriving career, making him one of Nigeria’s most promising artists. His unique voice and captivating sound have earned him global recognition, with fans and critics alike praising his vocal prowess.

Popular Nigerian rapper, Emeka Akumefule better known as Blaqbonez, has boldly claimed the title of the “most handsome artist in Nigeria.”

The rapper made this statement in response to a fan’s compliment on social media platform X (formerly Twitter).

The female fan had praised the rapper’s looks, posting, “Blaqbonez so fine.” In response, Blaqbonez reflected on the past when he was labeled as “ugly” by some critics, expressing his disagreement with their opinions.

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“I remember when they called me ugly when I’m literally the most handsome artist in Nigeria. Smh,” the rapper tweeted.

Blaqbonez is known not only for his witty remarks and playful personality but also for being unapologetically confident in his craft and appearance.

His latest comment has stirred reactions from fans and sparked debates on social media, with some supporting his claim and others teasing him.

The rapper, who continues to make waves in the Nigerian music industry with his unique style and hit songs, remains a fan favorite for his boldness and ability to own his narrative.