Church Refutes Viral Claims on Kumuyi’s Alleged Anti-U.S. Comments

The Deeper Christian Life Ministry has dismissed as false a viral report claiming that its General Superintendent, Pastor William Kumuyi, accused the United States of plotting to seize Nigeria’s natural resources and denied the existence of Christian genocide in the country.

In a statement released on Sunday, the church described the circulating story as “entirely fabricated,” clarifying that Pastor Kumuyi made no such comments in any sermon, interview, or publication. The ministry said the claims were concocted by mischief-makers attempting to drag the revered cleric into political controversy.

According to the statement, Deeper Life emphasized its long-standing focus on evangelism, holiness, and moral integrity rather than political or diplomatic issues. “Pastor Kumuyi’s teachings remain rooted in the gospel of Christ and do not concern themselves with speculative or inflammatory rhetoric,” the church stated.

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Reacting specifically to the portion of the viral report alleging that Pastor Kumuyi denied ongoing Christian persecution in Nigeria, the ministry stressed that the publication was “maliciously crafted to mislead believers and discredit a respected minister of the gospel.”

The statement explained that Pastor Kumuyi has consistently expressed concern over the state of insecurity and violence across Nigeria and has called for peace, tolerance, and justice for all, regardless of faith or ethnicity. The ministry therefore urged the public to disregard the “false narrative” and verify information before sharing it online.

“Pastor Kumuyi has never issued a statement against the Christian community or in support of any foreign power,” the church said. “We view these reports as part of a growing trend of misinformation targeting religious leaders to create division and distrust.”

Deeper Life Warns Against Misinformation and Media Manipulation

The Deeper Christian Life Ministry also cautioned media outlets and social media users against spreading unverified reports, noting that such actions could inflame religious tensions and damage reputations. The church reaffirmed its commitment to the truth and encouraged the public to obtain verified information only from official ministry platforms.

“The ministry remains focused on preaching the gospel and strengthening moral values in society,” the statement concluded. “We will not be distracted by attempts to politicize the pulpit or tarnish the image of our spiritual leader.”

The clarification follows a wave of online reactions after several unverified blogs circulated the false claim over the weekend, linking Pastor Kumuyi to alleged anti-American remarks tied to discussions about religious persecution in Nigeria.