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Spyro Questions Silence of Pastors, Imams Over Rising Insecurity in Nigeria

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Promise Odejide

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Nigerian singer Spyro has criticised religious institutions and prominent clerics over what he described as their silence amid worsening insecurity and hardship across the country.

The artiste shared the emotional message in a video posted online, where he questioned why many churches and mosques continue with normal activities while Nigerians battle fear, violence and uncertainty.

Spyro Questions Religious Leaders

According to the singer, religious gatherings should currently focus on addressing the country’s crisis and advocating for citizens rather than holding regular crusades and sermons.

“Why am I going to church where another message asides what’s happening in the country is being preached,” he said.

“Any church that is preaching any message different from what is happening in this country and not speaking for the people and speaking to the government, you’re wrong.”

Spyro also extended the criticism to Muslim leaders.

“Any mosque speaking about anything different from what is happening in this country, you’re wrong,” he added.

Calls Out Popular Clerics

The singer specifically mentioned respected Christian leaders including Enoch Adeboye, David Oyedepo, William Kumuyi and Jerry Eze, asking why they had not publicly spoken more strongly about the insecurity situation.

He also questioned the silence of influential Muslim clerics and scholars across the country.

“Where are all the notable men of God in all of this? And for the Muslims, where are your sheikhs? Where are the Alfas?” he asked.

‘The Country Is On The Verge Of Collapse’

Spyro further argued that schools and regular activities should not continue normally while many Nigerians live in fear.

“Schools are even still opening up, why? This calls for a state of emergency. What is our limit? When are we going to say enough is enough,” he stated.

The singer concluded by warning that the country was facing a serious crisis that required urgent attention and national unity.

“Now is not the time to sit around holding crusades and services. The country is on the verge of collapse,” he said.

The video has since generated mixed reactions online, with some Nigerians supporting his position while others defended religious leaders, saying many clerics continue to pray and speak privately on national issues.

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