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Pastor Adefarasin Sparks Reactions After Declaring Nigeria ‘Dead’ Over Economic Crisis
Senior pastor of House on the Rock, Paul Adefarasin, has stirred reactions online after describing Nigeria as “dead” while speaking about the country’s worsening economic situation during a recent sermon in Lagos.
In a viral clip from a church service shared early Monday, the cleric lamented the declining value of the naira and rising cost of living, stating that anyone still counting wealth strictly in naira is already poor.
The comments come amid continued economic challenges facing Nigerians, including soaring food prices, high transportation costs, and persistent inflation pressures following fuel subsidy removal and foreign exchange reforms.
According to reports, the naira recently traded around ₦1,370 to the dollar in parts of the foreign exchange market, while inflation has remained above 30 percent, worsening hardship for millions of households across the country.
During the sermon, Adefarasin expressed concern over the state of the economy and urged leaders to embrace accountability and policies capable of improving citizens’ welfare.
His remarks quickly generated widespread debate on social media, with some Nigerians agreeing that the pastor merely voiced the frustrations many citizens currently feel, while others criticised his comments as overly harsh and politically charged.
Some online users also linked the latest sermon to Adefarasin’s past remarks and prophecies surrounding Nigerian politics and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Nigeria’s economic conditions have remained a major topic of public discussion in recent months, as citizens grapple with rising living costs and reduced purchasing power. Data frequently cited by analysts estimate that more than 133 million Nigerians are experiencing multidimensional poverty, highlighting the scale of the country’s socioeconomic challenges.
Despite criticism, supporters of the pastor argued that religious leaders have a responsibility to speak on national issues affecting ordinary citizens.
As reactions continue online, the sermon has further intensified conversations about governance, economic reforms, and the growing hardship faced by many Nigerians.
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