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‘How Many Things Have They Manipulated?’ – VDM Reacts To Pastor Adeboye’s Apology
Renowned social media activist Martins Ortse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, stirred discussions on Friday after critiquing the role of religion in Nigeria and Africa.
His comments followed Pastor Enoch Adeboye’s public apology regarding a controversial statement on tithing.
Pastor Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), had previously claimed that Christians who did not pay tithes would be unable to enter heaven.
However, in a recent address to his congregation, the respected cleric admitted that the assertion was a mistake, emphasizing that the Bible does not support such a teaching.
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Instead, Adeboye clarified that peaceful and holy living, not financial contributions, are the true prerequisites for salvation.
Reacting to this development via his Instagram account, VeryDarkMan expressed mixed feelings.
“I’m happy about what Papa Adeboye revealed, so I’m waiting for all those pastors like David Ibieyomie who preach about giving tithe,” he said.
“The number one man of all the religious people in Nigeria has come out to apologize that he’s sorry for saying if you don’t pay tithe you won’t make heaven; that it’s not in the Bible.
“Which other things have they told us is not in the Bible? That’s what I’m concerned about; how many things have they manipulated that is not in the Bible? I’m glad that Papa Adeboye came out to say these things, so imagine the ones that would come out to apologise and have manipulated the people, they have twisted the right words of the Bible to suit their own narratives.
“Religion has blinded and finished us in Africa and I will keep talking about how messed up religion has made us, carry your Bible. I’m waiting for those who will come tomorrow and say prayers won’t move Nigeria forward.
He added, “I hope God will touch papa and the tithe collected will be used to touch the people of the country by creating jobs for millions.”
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The Senior Pastor of Freedom Life International Christian Center, Richard Tochukwu, has declared that gospel music possesses the spiritual capacity to transform Nigeria, describing it as a divine instrument capable of restoring hope and unity in the nation.
Speaking during an interaction with journalists, the cleric said music inspired by God’s Word can positively influence Nigeria’s spiritual and socio-political landscape by promoting peace, comfort and moral revival.
According to him, gospel music goes beyond entertainment and should be seen as a ministry tool for national healing.
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“Gospel music is not just sound; it carries power. When songs are inspired by Scripture, they can heal hearts, restore faith and redirect a nation toward righteousness,” he said.
Pastor Tochukwu made the remarks while discussing his latest worship single, “I Want To Pray,” a spiritually reflective song produced by Audio5.
He explained that the track was created to encourage believers to remain steadfast in prayer and maintain consistent fellowship with God.
The song draws inspiration from Luke 18:1, which urges believers to pray always and not lose heart.
A spiritual son of Paul Enenche, Pastor Tochukwu revealed that most of his songs are birthed from deep study of Scripture.
“Sometimes while studying or preaching from a passage, a melody begins to flow. The lyrics are drawn directly from the Word. Our songs are intentional; they carry the same message we preach,” he explained.
Reflecting on his journey, he recounted beginning as a drummer who also sang before discovering what he described as a divine instruction to minister through music.
“I realised that you don’t minister only through preaching. God made me understand that songs are another channel through which His Word can reach people. Every release is backed by Scripture,” he added.
Pastor Tochukwu currently serves in Lagos, combining pastoral leadership with music ministry.
The audio and video for “I Want To Pray” are now available on major digital streaming platforms.
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