The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has urged President Bola Tinubu to take decisive action against insecurity across the country, warning that foreign powers would not defend Nigeria if the United States follows through on its threat of military intervention.
Speaking during the November Holy Ghost Service on Friday, Adeboye said President Tinubu should give the nation’s service chiefs a three-month ultimatum to end terrorism and restore public confidence.
He stressed that this was not the time to trade blame but to demonstrate leadership and urgency in tackling the security crisis.
“This is not the time for apportioning blame. Our President inherited this problem,” Adeboye stated.
The cleric recalled offering similar counsel to former President Muhammadu Buhari, urging him to act firmly against insurgents and their financiers, advice, he said, that was not fully implemented.
Adeboye maintained that the current administration must ensure that both terrorists and their sponsors are brought to justice, regardless of status or influence.
“No one is above the law. Sponsors must be held accountable,” he said.
Reacting to recent remarks by U.S President Donald Trump, who threatened to take action over alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria, Adeboye cautioned that the country should not depend on any global power for protection.
“If the United States intervenes militarily, countries like China, Russia, or Britain will not come to our rescue. Innocent people are dying daily. Our leaders must act swiftly and wisely,” he warned.
Adeboye advised President Tinubu to seek a 100-day diplomatic window to address the nation’s security challenges before any foreign intervention, urging that the period be used to deliver concrete results.
“After securing the window, the President should give service chiefs 90 days to resolve the crisis. They must perform or resign,” he said.
He warned that failure to act decisively would deepen the crisis and expose Nigeria to further instability.
“We cannot delay. Action must follow words immediately,” Adeboye stressed.
The RCCG leader concluded by describing the situation as a “test of leadership,” calling on the armed forces to intensify efforts to defeat terrorism and safeguard citizens.
