Renowned cleric Bishop David Oyedepo, founder and presiding bishop of Living Faith Church Worldwide (Winners Chapel), has firmly distanced himself from partisan politics.
During the ongoing Shiloh 2025 convocation at Faith Tabernacle, Canaanland in Ota, Ogun State, he declared that not even a $1 billion inducement could draw him into political involvement.
The annual event, themed around spiritual impartation and running from December 9 to 14, provided the platform for Oyedepo’s candid remarks.
Addressing thousands of worshippers, he emphasized prioritizing divine callings over worldly pursuits. “Partisan politics is off my calling. Even if you give me $1 billion to join politics, I won’t,” he stated, urging believers to emulate biblical icons like Joseph and Daniel who shaped nations without holding office.
Oyedepo reflected on past prophecies, recalling his 2015 warnings to the church about Nigeria’s looming troubles, which he claims have since unfolded.
He stressed that true influence stems from spiritual alignment amid global unrest, not electoral contests. This stance aligns with his longstanding separation of ministry from politics, even as church leaders face pressures in Nigeria’s polarized landscape.
The declaration, reported widely by different outlets underscores Oyedepo’s focus on kingdom advancement. With Nigeria eyeing future polls, his words serve as guidance for congregants, reinforcing non-partisan faith engagement.
As Shiloh continues, Oyedepo’s message resonates, prioritizing eternal purpose over temporal power in turbulent times.
