Controversy erupts over Pastor Jerry Eze’s prayer following Kwara Church attack

Pastor Jerry Eze of Streams of Joy International has joined Nigerians in expressing concern over recent violent attacks in the country, calling for divine intervention.

On Wednesday, November 19, the cleric took to his X (formerly Twitter) handle to speak out against “banditry and terrorism,” declaring, “Enough is enough.” In a fiery prayer, he urged God not to spare Nigeria’s enemies and their sponsors, saying:

“About time, GOD OF JUDGEMENT, SPARE NO ENEMY OF NIGERIA AND THEIR SPONSORS IN JESUS’ NAME. Enough is enough of this banditry, terrorism, and wickedness. FIRE.”

The prayer follows attacks on a Christ Apostolic Church in Kwara State and other incidents in Kebbi, which have drawn widespread outrage from Nigerians, including celebrities like actress Funke Akindele.

Pastor Eze, widely known for his online prayer platform, has sparked mixed reactions on social media. Some users praised his bold stance, while others questioned the effectiveness of prayers without corresponding action.

Comments compiled by Legit.ng include:

stanogbo97: “The response may sound harsh, but it captures a frustration many have: too many influential voices hide behind prayer while refusing to confront those in power. Nigeria is at a point where silence feels like complicity.”

Kingprince006: “Oga this is the time for action and not God this and that…”

Victor_blaq1: “We have been calling God for years, yet nothing changes. God has given us hands, legs, and sense to make drastic decisions.”

RexUchendu: “We should leave God out of this. We did not elect God as our Commander In Chief.”

Nwafresh: “It must not end with just a tweet. Christians have contributed to your platform’s success; it’s time to take real action.”

The reaction follows Pastor Eze’s active ministry, which has included appearances at prayer events such as Nathaniel Bassey’s Hallelujah Challenge, where his wife, Pastor Eno Eze, also drew attention for a powerful midnight prayer session.

Pastor Eze’s stance has sparked a wider conversation on the role of spiritual leaders in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges, with some insisting that prayer must be coupled with tangible civic action.