Anglican Church of Nigeria bans politicians from speaking on pulpit following Wike’s controversial remarks
The Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, has introduced firm new directives prohibiting politicians and government officials from addressing congregations from the pulpit during church services.
Additionally, the Church cautioned against offering public commendation of such individuals.
This move is intended to limit the growing trend of using religious spaces for political purposes and to uphold the sanctity of Christian worship.
According to Vanguard, the guidelines were outlined in a memo signed by the Primate, Most Revd Dr Henry Ndukuba, reaffirming the Church’s stance on remaining neutral and steering clear of political affiliations.
“The Church must diligently avoid speeches, conduct, or events that may incite division or foster political bias within the body of Christ,” the memo said.
Some of the core directives include prohibiting church leaders from excessively praising or glorifying political figures in a manner that could harm the Church’s credibility.
The guidelines also emphasize that politicians and public officials should be explicitly informed that the Church is not a platform for advancing partisan views or political agendas.
The memo added …
“Church leaders and officiants must refrain from making statements or behaving in ways that could be construed as politically aligned or sectional”
Referencing Matthew 5:13–14, it added …
“The Church remains committed, under God, to being the light of the world and the salt of the earth.”
