- Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, gave testimony at Pastor Jerry Eze’s church, crediting his election victory to divine intervention
- Critics accused Pastor Eze of allowing what they believe to be a mockery of God, questioning the appropriateness of such a testimony in church
- Some defended Pastor Eze, arguing that Okpebholos continued political position, despite the controversy, might reflect divine will
It is by Gods grace and mercy that I stand here today. This victory was not by might or by power but by divine intervention. Outrage on Social Media”God will not be mocked, Pastor Jerry. A rigged election is what your god is using to prove his divinity? On your pulpit we are having such testimonies from what is common knowledge about the Edo State election, he wrote. Supporters defend Pastor EzePastor Jerry did not tell the rigged governor to come out and testify. He came out by himself. Who is Pastor Jerry not to allow him? If God does not want him to be there, no amount of rigging will put him there, they said.Okpebholo calls Wike his ‘master’
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