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  • Spyro Doubles Down on Pastors Criticism Over Insecurity in Nigeria

    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.

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

    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.