The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has dismissed calls for the removal of Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, from her position as an ordained minister.

Adeboye addresses growing controversy

Speaking during the church’s monthly Holy Ghost Service at the Redemption Camp, Adeboye said the church would not bow to pressure over the matter.

He stressed that RCCG decisions are guided by internal doctrines, not public opinion or political influence.

Ordination predates presidency

Adeboye explained that Oluremi Tinubu was ordained as an assistant pastor long before President Bola Tinubu declared interest in contesting for office.

According to him, her position in the church has no connection to her current role as First Lady.

Insists due process was followed

The cleric stated that she fulfilled all requirements for ordination within the church.

“Oluremi Tinubu was ordained as an assistant pastor over 10 years ago, followed all the church processes of ordination, and hasn’t violated the church’s guidelines, so RCCG won’t remove her despite external pressure. The church isn’t APC,” he said.

Church rejects political interference

Adeboye also dismissed suggestions that her political status should affect her role in the ministry.

He maintained that the church would continue to operate independently of political considerations.