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Spyro Doubles Down on Pastors Criticism Over Insecurity in Nigeria

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Promise Odejide

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Nigerian singer Spyro has intensified his criticism of religious leaders in the country, insisting that pastors and clerics who remain silent over worsening insecurity are indirectly supporting oppression.

The singer made the remarks while reacting to backlash that followed his earlier comments against Nigerian churches and religious institutions over their response to insecurity and violence across the country.

Spyro Defends Earlier Remarks

Speaking in a video shared online, Spyro maintained that religious leaders have a duty to speak for their members during periods of national crisis.

According to him, millions of Nigerians rely on churches and religious institutions for guidance, making it necessary for influential clerics to publicly address insecurity and pressure authorities to act.

“Every pastor in Nigeria, if you’re not speaking up right now over the high rate of insecurity in the country, it means you are part of the system and an oppressor,” he said.

Singer References Oyo Kidnapping Incident

Spyro also referenced the recent kidnapping of schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State while expressing concern over the country’s security situation.

He questioned why more prominent pastors and clerics have not publicly intensified conversations around the attacks and the safety of ordinary Nigerians.

“As a pastor, you’re responsible to your members because they attend your churches, so you need to speak up. Yes, the government is the problem, but I have every right to hold the church accountable,” he added.

The singer further lamented the condition of the kidnapped victims, saying the situation should provoke stronger reactions from influential voices across the country.

Mixed Reactions Trail Video

The latest comments have generated mixed reactions online, with some Nigerians supporting Spyro’s position that religious leaders should become more vocal on national issues.

Others, however, argued that clerics already pray and engage privately with authorities, insisting that the responsibility for tackling insecurity rests primarily with the government and security agencies.

Spyro had earlier criticised churches and mosques for allegedly continuing normal religious activities while insecurity, kidnappings and violence persist across different parts of the country.

Growing Concerns Over Insecurity

The singer’s remarks come amid growing public concern over repeated cases of kidnappings, attacks on schools and violent crimes in several states.

Recent incidents in Oyo State involving abducted schoolchildren and teachers have triggered outrage online, with many Nigerians calling for stronger security measures and urgent government intervention.

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