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VIDEO: Christianity not subordinate to any religion, Enenche declares

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  • Nigerian Pastor Paul Enenche declared Christianity is not subordinate to any other religion in the country, condemning remarks by an Islamic cleric.
  • Enenche's statement, made during a Sunday service, was a reaction to comments supporting a Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket for the 2027 elections.
  • He asserted the significant presence and strength of Christianity in Nigeria, warning against undermining the church and urging religious and political leaders to promote national unity.

Senior Pastor Paul Enenche of Dunamis International Gospel Centre has forcefully asserted that Christianity holds a position of equality, not subordination, among religions in Nigeria. His declaration came in response to controversial remarks attributed to Islamic cleric Sheikh Yahya Jingir, who reportedly supported the continuation of a Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket for the upcoming 2027 general elections.

To the agents of the devil in our nation, in the name of Jesus, the Lord rebuke you, and the devil that spoke through you and everything that you represent.

— Paul EnencheEnenche's strong rebuke directed at those he believes are opposing the Christian faith.

During a Sunday service at the church's headquarters in Abuja, Enenche, sharing a video of his sermon on X, stated, "To the agents of the devil in our nation, in the name of Jesus, the Lord rebuke you, and the devil that spoke through you and everything that you represent. The Body of Christ is here, and will be here for a very long time."

The Body of Christ is here, and will be here for a very long time. So, repent, have a change of mindset, and turn away from every opposition against the Church. The Church of Jesus Christ will continue to stand, prevail, and advance in the power of God!

— Paul EnencheEnenche's declaration of the enduring strength and future of the Christian church in Nigeria.

Enenche described any suggestion of Christianity being secondary to another faith as "insane" and unacceptable. He highlighted the widespread presence of Christians across Nigeria, stating, "There is no part of Nigeria where Christians don’t exist en masse." He warned against taking the Christian community for granted, emphasizing its significant influence and resilience.

Either in the prison or in a mental home, to say that Christians are secondary to any other religion, the Lord rebuke you and your devils.

— Paul EnencheEnenche's forceful rejection of any notion that Christianity is subordinate to other religions in Nigeria.

The pastor also criticized individuals he accused of making divisive statements that could exacerbate religious tensions and fracture national unity. He questioned the contributions of those promoting such views to Nigeria's development and called for responsible conduct from religious and political leaders. Enenche urged security agencies to monitor comments that might incite violence, noting the potential threat of reckless public statements to peace and stability.

Christianity is not secondary, and no group of religious fanatics will ever make it secondary.

— Paul EnencheEnenche's firm stance on the equal standing of Christianity within Nigeria's religious landscape.
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