The Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, has announced the suspension of Pastor Ayorinde AdeBello following allegations of inappropriate behavior.
Another pastor is also under investigation, both being relieved of their roles pending a thorough inquiry, per an official memo dated October 28, 2024, signed by RCCG’s National Overseer, Pastor Sunday Akande. The memo emphasized RCCG’s adherence to biblical principles, stating that any form of homosexual conduct contradicts the church’s values.
AdeBello responded to the allegations on Instagram, firmly denying any involvement in misconduct. He clarified that his comments in a teenage male WhatsApp group were part of a discussion on male reproductive health and were misinterpreted. “I never engaged in any such acts,” he wrote, stating that his initial silence on the matter was misread as an admission of guilt. He explained that his remarks about self-esteem and reproductive health had been taken out of context to suggest impropriety.
“In the past few days, some allegations were made against me and some others via a blog on social media known as Gist Lover.
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“I had wanted to respond immediately it was brought to my attention, but I was advised not to, as I was not the only one named, and all of us may have been mentioned to drive engagement on the blog. “However, as these allegations have escalated to criminal claims, I am compelled to respond as my prolonged silence has been misconstrued as an admission of guilt.“I have NEVER demanded for sex from any male as payment or gratification in order to give them assistance, platforms or positions. God is the only King Maker, the only One who can raise and erase kings, give positions and platforms.
“I have NEVER had sex with (*) or proposed sex to him for any reason.
“The questions in the screenshot were asked during a conversation in a male teenagers WhatsApp group where discussions regarding Male Reproductive Health and Self Esteem took place.
“The teenagers were taught about the right hygiene for reproductive health, the right kind of underwear to buy, and that the girth and length determines the underwear size. I also explained that their sizes should not affect their self-esteem and that they are perfectly and uniquely created by God. “It is disheartening to see that the screenshot message has now been mischievously quoted out of context to portray me as someone who has sex with male teenagers, ” the statement read.
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