Christian group insists TikToker SeaKing must face justice for insulting Pastor Adeboye

The Concerned Christian Youth Forum has maintained its stance on pursuing legal action against Ogunsanwo Olumide John, popularly known as Seaking, who was recently arrested for making derogatory comments about Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

Recall that Seaking, in a viral TikTok video, referred to Pastor Adeboye as “very stupid and foolish” for subjecting his congregation to a 100-day fast. Following a petition filed by the Concerned Christian Youth Forum, Ogunsanwo was apprehended by the Nigeria Police in Lagos and subsequently transferred to the Federal Investigation Department (FID) in Abuja, under the supervision of DIG Dasuki Galandanchi, on allegations of cyberbullying.

While Pastor Adeboye has publicly called for the release of Seaking, stating that the TikToker was merely fulfilling part of prophecies, the youth forum remains resolute in its position.

Addressing a press conference on Monday, the forum’s convener, Adama James Paul, affirmed their commitment to pursuing the case to its conclusion, emphasizing their broader mission to protect Christianity and its leaders from defamation and blasphemy.

Statement from the Concerned Christian Youth Forum:
“We wish to reiterate for the enlightenment of the general public that we are not representing any particular denomination but the entire Christian Church and her revered leaders in Nigeria.

“We have been at the forefront of confronting these unwarranted media onslaughts directed against our leaders by invoking the provisions of relevant laws as law-abiding citizens. We were behind the petitions that led to the arrest and detention of some errant media urchins in recent times.

“Now, for the records, we categorically state that the recent petition filed against Ogunsanwo Olumide John was initiated by us, the Concerned Christian Youth Forum, and not by Pastor E.A. Adeboye himself. Neither was the petition filed at his behest. As a respected elder and grandfather, Pastor Adeboye should not be expected to engage directly in such matters but rather focus on his divinely ordained duties as a Man of God.

“This does not absolve us, as responsible members of the Christian community, from the duty of safeguarding our faith and leaders from blasphemy, defamation, and insult. This is why we, as young, respectable, and responsible Christians, have taken it upon ourselves to defend our faith and our leaders through the instrumentality of law.

“We believe that God works through His people to fight against injustice and oppression, and we see ourselves as His instruments in this regard. At this point, we emphasize that we will not tolerate any further abuse of our faith or our leaders. We are fully prepared to pursue justice in this matter until it is served.

“This is a matter of utmost importance, not just for the Christian community but in the overall interest of peace and national security. We are committed to ensuring that the rule of law prevails. We believe in peaceful coexistence, regardless of religious belief, ethnic identity, or political affiliations.

“Let this serve as a warning to those who seek to undermine Christianity and its leaders that their actions will not go unnoticed, and they will be held accountable. Those who defame our faith and our leaders must face the consequences of their actions.”