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FG, govs reach three-month agreement on LG allocations
The Federal Government and state governors may have agreed to a three-month moratorium on Local Government autonomy, over concerns arising from its impact on salary payments and operational viability.
The development means Local Governments may wait till October before the implementation of the law in the direct payment into their respective accounts.
The Supreme Court, on July 11, 2024, gave a landmark judgment affirming the financial autonomy of the 774 LGs in the country and ruled that governors could no longer control funds meant for the councils.
The apex court also directed the Accountant-General of the Federation to pay LG allocations directly to their accounts, as it declared the non-remittance of funds by the 36 states unconstitutional.
Under former President Muhammadu Buhari, the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit issued a regulation, effective from June 1, 2019, which banned transactions on State and Local Governments Joint Accounts. Funds were sent directly to the accounts of the local governments. It also limited cash withdrawals from local governments accounts to a maximum amount of N500,000 per day with penalties for banks that failed to comply. The Nigerian governors under the aegis of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum kicked against this regulation and the NFIU eventually capitulated.
The status quo was maintained until May 2024 when the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), filed suit marked SC/CV/343/2024 at the Supreme Court to strengthen the autonomy of the local government areas as guaranteed by the constitution. It sought to prevent state governors from unilaterally dissolving democratically elected local government councils and establishing caretaker committees, actions that violate constitutional provisions. The AGF argued that the constitution mandates a democratically elected local government system and does not allow alternative governance structures.
The suit also prayed that the funds from the Federation Account be channelled directly to local governments, bypassing the allegedly unlawful joint accounts managed by state governors. The Federal Government also sought an injunction to stop governors and their agents from receiving or spending local government funds without a democratically elected local government system in place. It contended that the governors’ failure to establish such a system constitutes a deliberate subversion of the 1999 Constitution. The Supreme Court heard parties to the case on June 13, with the state governments, through their respective attorneys-general, opposing the suit.
That was the prelude to the Supreme Court judgment of last Thursday, July 11, 2024, which has now affirmed the financial autonomy of Nigeria’s 774 local governments. In the unanimous judgment of its seven-member panel, the Supreme Court upheld the suit brought by the federal government to strengthen the independence of local governments in the country.
A member of the panel, Emmanuel Agim, who delivered the court’s lead judgment, held that the local governments across the country should henceforth receive their allocations directly from the Accountant-General of the Federation. He ruled that it is illegal and unconstitutional for governors to receive and withhold funds allocated to local government areas in their states.
Many Nigerians, including the LG chairmen, hailed the judgment of the Supreme Court, describing it as a step in the right direction to restructure the country.
Although some governors voiced their concerns, the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, speaking through the chairman and Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, said the judgment was a relief from the financial burden to state governments.
AbdulRazaq, speaking to journalists after meeting President Bola Tinubu on July 12, a day after the judgment, said, “The governors are happy with the devolution of power regarding local government autonomy. The public really doesn’t know how much states spend on bailing out local governments.”
However, more than a month after the judgment, the order of the apex court had not been complied with.
In July 2024, total disbursements by the Federation Allocation Account Committee increased to N1.354tn, with LGs receiving N337.019bn.
At the July meeting of FAAC, chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, of the total amount shared to the three tiers of government, the Federal Government received N459.776bn, the states received N461.979bn, the LGs got N337.019bn, while the oil-producing states received N95.598bn as derivation (13 per cent of mineral revenue).
The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria, however, waited in vain to get the money paid directly into the LG accounts.
The Incorporated Trustees of ALGON accused the state commissioners of finance of conspiring with governors to obstruct the direct payment of allocations from the federation account to the 774 LGs’ accounts.
In a letter addressed to the Chairman of the Forum of State Commissioners of Finance in Nigeria, dated July 30, 2024, and signed by its counsel, Mike Ozekhome (SAN), ALGON threatened to initiate contempt proceedings against the commissioners if they failed to comply with the Supreme Court order.
Ozekhome stated in the letter that his clients’ enthusiasm over the apex court decision had been thwarted by the finance commissioners committee.
Though another faction of ALGON, led by Aminu Maifata, denied issuing a legal threat against the commissioners’ committee, Ozekhome insisted that he was briefed by the ALGON Board of Trustees in a letter signed by the Secretary-General of the board, Mohammed Abubakar.
July 25 the Federal Government confirmed that it had not yet commenced direct payment of the monthly allocations to the 774 Local Government Areas.
Edun attributed the delay to the proceedings of the Supreme Court, which had not been communicated to the Attorney General of the Federation for proper study and implementation.
He said the process was still in its early stages, adding that further steps would be taken once the full details were available.
The minister said the Federal Government was yet to commence direct payment to the respective LGs due to some “practical impediments” and added that a committee had been set up by the FG to look at the practicability of the judgment.
The “practical impediments” were creating challenges for the implementation of the Supreme Court judgment on LG autonomy.
The Federal Government, it was learnt, faced challenges implementing the ruling on local government financial autonomy, with concerns over its impact on salary payments and operational viability.
The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, who raised concerns over the judgment, called for a homegrown solution to ensure the people did not suffer.
“The law is the law and when there is a conflict, yes, we should go to the court. But it behoves us to look for our own homegrown solutions that can ensure that we have transparency and that our people do not suffer. This is because when two elephants are fighting, it is the grass that will suffer,” Makinde was quoted to have said.
Also, the National President of ALGON, Aminu Mu’azu-Maifata, called for an increase in the monthly allocation to the 774 LGAs to enable them pay the new minimum wage.
Speaking at a press briefing in Lafia, Nasarawa State, recently, Mu’azu-Maifata said, “Once the new minimum wage is enacted by the National Assembly and becomes a law, every council chairman must obey.
“But how to obey such a law is what we will look into. By sourcing funds to pay salaries, we are also going to find ways to attract and harmonise resources so that we will not default.”
Multiple sources close to the NGF and the Federal Government, the Federal Government was in a fix on how to proceed with the implementation of the judgment on the financial autonomy for Local Government Areas.
“From what I know from the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, the Federal Government and the states are looking for a political solution to manage the fallout of the Supreme Court judgment.
“The first step is the three-month moratorium on the judgment. For the next three months, the LG allocation will still be paid into the joint account with the respective states, while a permanent solution that will serve the objectives of financial autonomy as envisaged by the Supreme Court judgment is worked out,”
He added, “The governors are happy that the judgment came eventually, as it would relieve them of the burden of having to augment monthly FAAC allocation of the LGs to be able to pay local government staff, primary school teachers, and primary health workers, among others.
“However, they are apprehensive that we may go back to the early 1990 era when primary school teachers and other local government members of staff were owed salaries for an average of 12 to 24 months.”
The source expressed the concerns of the governors that only a few local government areas in the country could actually survive and pay bills conveniently from FAAC allocation and internally generated revenue.
“The issue of financial autonomy per the Supreme Court judgment is not as rosy as it looks. Only a few local governments in Lagos, Rivers, Kano, and the Federal Capital Territory can comfortably cover their expenses using only monthly FAAC allocations and their IGR.
“For other states, governors augment their allocation with state funds to be able to pay salaries. That is why the salary of primary school teachers and primary health workers, which are the responsibilities of LGs, is taken as first line charge through the joint account with the state.
“It is clear to both the Federal Government and the governors that there will be a problem with the Supreme Court judgment and the local governments will be rocked by industrial action by workers,” he added.
Ozekhome said he had only seen the alleged agreement between the Federal Government and the states regarding the delay of the LG autonomy implementation on the pages of newspapers.
He said his client, ALGON, did not give him such information.
The constitutional lawyer said he was also not aware that the July allocation for LGs had been paid to the finance commissioners in states.
“If that were done, it would be a frontal attack on the valid and subsisting judgment of the apex court and there are serious legal consequences for such indiscretion,” Ozekhome said.
He added that there was no ultimatum given by ALGON through his chambers for the initiation of contempt proceedings against the finance commissioners of the 36 states of the federation if they did not pay the allocation to the 774 LGs immediately.
Efforts to reach the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), through his spokesperson, Kamarudeen Ogundele, on the AGF’s position on the LGs July allocation paid to state finance commissioners, contrary to the Supreme Court Judgment, proved abortive as he didn’t pick his calls or respond to messages sent to his phone as of the time of filing this report.
Also, attempts to reach the Ministry of Finance for comments were futile as the Director of Press, Mohammed Manga, didn’t respond to phone calls made to his line.
LGs confirmation
Chairperson, National Union of Local Government Employees, Akwa Ibom State chapter, Mrs Anestina Iweh, on Monday, confirmed that the July allocation of the 774 LGAs was sent to state commissioners of finance in the respective states.
Iweh, who spoke with one of our correspondents in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, said the allocation was paid to the commissioners because the FG had yet to get to get the account details of the 774 LGAs.
“The Federal Government does not have the account details of the 774 LGAs. They have not done anything, no procedure, no process, even up till date, to update the account details of the 774 LGAs.
“We can’t keep quiet and allow workers to stay without salaries, so money must come for salaries to be paid. If they are ready to act according to the Supreme Court judgement, they will get account details of the 774 LGAs and do the needful.”
However, the Chairman of Kwami Local Government Area of Gombe State, Dr Wali Ahmed, justified the disbursement of the July allocation to the commissioners, saying there was a 90-day window for the implementation of the judgment.
Ahmed confirmed that the councils had been told to update their account details with the Treasury Single Account.
Speaking in a telephone chat with one of our correspondents on the supposed illegality of disbursement to states’ accounts, Ahmed said, “They wrote a letter that within 90 days, all LG signatories should ensure they link their accounts with TSA. So, it’s not yet over.”
In Plateau State, an LG boss, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed that the FG gave a three-month period before the implementation of the judgement.
“Don’t forget that after the Supreme Court judgement, the Federal Government passed a circular giving a three-month window before the commencement of the implementation. As it is, the period has not elapsed and so there is no cause for alarm,” our source said.
“We at the local government areas are not complaining that our monthly allocations are still channeled through the state government. We receive the allocations due to us as LGs. I don’t know of other LGs but we in Plateau are receiving ours accordingly and the state government does not tamper with it.”
All the members of the executive councils of the LGs from Katsina State had relocated to Abuja, though it was not clear who they went to meet as a follow-up to the LG autonomy.
Another LG chairman in Katsina State, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said all chairmen, together with the state ALGON chairman, Bello Kaita, were in Abuja for a meeting on Monday.
“We are all here in Abuja to push for our autonomy, because the Supreme Court judgement ought to be respected, but you see, even the Federal Government allocation was not given, let alone our legal mandate of a four-year tenure. So, we are in Abuja for the issues.”
Efforts to speak with the ALGON chairman, Kaita, were unsuccessful as his telephone number was not connecting as of the time of filing this report.
‘Court ruling belated’
In another twist, the Adamawa State Commissioner for Finance, Mrs. Augustina Wandamihya, described the Supreme Court judgement as “belated”, saying LG autonomy had long been implemented by the state.
The commissioner said that Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, in his policy of transparency and accountability, granted local government autonomy during his first tenure in office.
“Since Governor Fintiri took over the mantle of leadership he granted autonomy to the 21 local governments in the state. All the local governments since then get their Federal Government allocation directly, their monies don’t come through the state account,” Wandamihya said.
“If this interview was in the office, I would have shown you all the documents. So, in Adamawa State, the Supreme Court judgement was belated.”
Also speaking on the issue, the state Secretary of ALGON and Chairman, Song Local Government Area, Alhaji Idris Yahaya, said confirmed that the July allocation came directly to his council account.
“Our governor, because of his transparency and his interest for the people at the grassroots, granted local government autonomy long before we came into office,” he stated.
Yahaya said the autonomy had brought rapid development to the grassroots following the financial freedom of councils in the state.
He urged other governors in the country to emulate Fintiri and grant local governments autonomy for speedy development at the grassroots.
Bayelsa Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has now made his move to the All Progressives Congress (APC) official.
The governor formally joined the ruling party today, ending weeks of speculation and confirming his exit from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Crowds stormed Yenagoa as the event kicked off early. Supporters from different parts of the state arrived before dawn, some drenched from an early morning downpour but still determined to witness the historic switch.
By 8am, major streets were already filled with people singing and beating drums in celebration.
The Samson Siasia Stadium, venue of the ceremony, reached full capacity before 10am. Security operatives later shut the gates, citing safety concerns as thousands continued to attempt entry.
Many supporters in white-themed outfits and party colours remained outside, chanting and waving flags.
Diri, who dumped the PDP about two weeks ago, stood before party leaders and loyalists to make the defection formal.
“Bayelsa Governor Diri Officially Defects to APC,” the announcement read at the event, sealing his transition from the opposition party to the ruling APC.
Several high-profile politicians were present to welcome him.
Top dignitaries already in Yenagoa include the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and his predecessor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa. Also in attendance were Ondo State Governor, Orimisan Aiyedatiwa; former Edo State Governor, Adams Oshiomhole; and the Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh.
Party leaders praised the decision and described it as a major boost for the APC in the South-South.
They also assured supporters that the move would bring “development and stronger political alignment” for the region.
Diri’s switch ends years of association with the PDP, where he rose to become governor in 2020 and secured re-election in 2023 before dumping the party earlier this month.
The Delta State Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari, has commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his commitment to grassroots development, particularly the ongoing construction of the Ekpan-Ovu to Erhoike Road in Ethiope East Local Government Area.
Prof. Tonukari gave the commendation when he hosted the Ward 11 Executive members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at his country home in Isiokolo, in a meeting aimed at strengthening the party’s structure and fostering unity at the grassroots.
He described the Ekpan-Ovu to Erhoike project as a transformative infrastructure initiative that will ease mobility, boost local commerce, and improve the socioeconomic wellbeing of residents of the area.
The Commissioner expressed deep appreciation to Governor Oborevwori for his inclusive leadership and developmental vision, noting that such projects transcend party lines and directly impact the lives of ordinary citizens.
“The commencement of work on the Ekpan-Ovu to Erhoike Road is a testimony to Governor Oborevwori’s commitment to balanced development across Delta State,” Prof. Tonukari stated.
“We must continue to support his administration because progress knows no political boundary, it benefits all.”
He also lauded APC members in Ward 11 for their cooperation and for warmly welcoming recent defectors from the PDP, describing their attitude as evidence of the party’s unifying spirit and growing momentum.
In his remarks, the Ward Chairman, Mr. Roji Lawrence, applauded Prof. Tonukari for his humility, accessibility, and leadership, describing the meeting as historic and inspiring.
He said it provided clarity on current political developments and strengthened the collective resolve of members to move the ward and the party forward.
The meeting, which drew notable party stakeholders, ended on a positive note with renewed pledges of unity, loyalty, and grassroots mobilization, further highlighted Prof. Tonukari’s inclusive approach to leadership and his commitment to community development.
Donald Trump, the president of the United States, has ordered the Defense Department to prepare for potential military action in Nigeria if the government “continues to allow the killing of Christians.”
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has revealed what it described as betrayal of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
This statement is coming on the heels of the United States’ recent designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC).
US President Donald Trump recently reinstated Nigeria on the religious freedom watchlist, alleging targeted attacks against Christians. MURIC says the move stemmed from petitions submitted by some Christian leaders to US authorities, a development it strongly condemned, Vanguard reported.
In a statement issued by its Founder and Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, MURIC expressed disappointment with CAN, saying the association failed to defend the country and the President.
“Despite vehement denial of Christian genocide by the Nigerian government, former US President Donald Trump redesigned Nigeria as a country of particular concern,” Akintola said. According to him, Christian leaders had lobbied US lawmakers with what he called “frivolous claims” that only Christians were victims of insecurity in Nigeria.
“Instead of debunking this false and misleading narrative, CAN simply amplified it. CAN’s action is a stab in the back in view of President Tinubu’s preference of Christians in appointments, favours and privileges over and above his Muslim brethren,” he added.
MURIC insisted that the CPC label does not reflect Nigeria’s realities, describing the designation as based on exaggerated claims.
“This redesignation is blurred, misplaced and distorted. It is a complete misrepresentation of the true picture on ground in Nigeria,” the statement read.
The group argued that both Muslims and Christians have suffered attacks from terrorists and criminal gangs, warning against what it called “fifth columnists” fueling sectarian narratives, Daily Trust reported.
MURIC stressed that President Tinubu has given Christians significant representation in government appointments, citing his own public figures.
“The president himself confirmed that 62% of all appointments went to the Christians. The First Lady, Senator Remi Tinubu, was even more generous to them than Father Christmas,” the group stated.
It further argued that CAN’s support for petitions to foreign governments amounted to disloyalty. “President Tinubu does not deserve this. It is the Mother of all Betrayals, and we denounce those behind the report in the strongest terms,” Akintola said.
While acknowledging US foreign policy priorities, MURIC said Nigerians must avoid giving foreign nations grounds to interfere in internal affairs.
“We are nonplussed by the actions of these Christian leaders, most especially that of CAN, which is expected to know better,” it noted.
The group called on religious leaders to prioritise national unity and avoid narratives it believes could damage the country’s global standing.
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has removed Hon. Abubakar Suleiman Gummi from his seat in the House of Representatives for defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), according to Politics Nigeria.
Gummi, who represents Gummi/Bukkuyum Federal Constituency of Zamfara State, was sacked on Thursday by Justice Obiora Egwuatu, who also directed the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, to stop recognising him as a member of the lower chamber.
In his judgment, Justice Egwuatu ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct a fresh election within 30 days to fill the vacant seat. The certified true copy of the judgment was sighted on Friday.
The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1803/2024, was filed by the PDP and its Zamfara State Chairman, Jamilu Jibomagayaki. The plaintiffs, represented by Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Ibrahim Bawa, contended that Gummi’s defection violated Section 68(1)(g) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), since there was no division in the PDP at the time he left the party.
They asked the court to declare Gummi’s defection unconstitutional and to compel the Speaker to declare his seat vacant.
In his defence, Gummi argued through his counsel that his defection was necessitated by internal crises within the PDP both at the national and state levels, which, he claimed, made it impossible for him to effectively represent his constituents.
Justice Egwuatu, however, dismissed the lawmaker’s argument, holding that the evidence before the court did not establish any division within the PDP capable of justifying defection.
In a scathing remark, the judge condemned what he described as the “growing culture of political prostitution” among elected officials who switch parties without relinquishing the mandate given to them by voters.
“Politicians should respect the wishes of the electorate that elected them into office. When voters choose between political parties based on their manifestos, it is legally and morally wrong for an elected person to abandon the party under which he was elected and move to another without relinquishing that mandate,” Justice Egwuatu said.
He added: “If a person must decamp, don’t decamp with the mandate of the electorate. A politician has no such right to transfer votes garnered on the platform of one party to another. The law must punish such moves by taking away the benefits bestowed upon the decampee politician. Political prostitution must not be rewarded.”
As the race for political office intensifies ahead of the upcoming elections scheduled between 2025 and 2027, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has taken decisive action against several aspiring political parties.
On Thursday, INEC announced a noteworthy decision regarding the registration status of these parties, effectively disqualifying them from participating in the electoral process.
This information was confirmed by Sam Olumekun, the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, who addressed the matter in an official statement, shedding light on the dynamic landscape of political participation in the country.
The commission held its regular meeting on 30th October 2025 to review progress since an earlier update on 11th September.
Fourteen associations had been pre-qualified to participate in the process, which began with a briefing on September 17.
A dedicated portal for submitting required documents was open from September 18 to October 18.
As of October 19, eight associations had submitted all the necessary documents.
The commission said, “As of Saturday, 19th October 2025, eight out of the 14 pre-qualified associations successfully completed the upload of all necessary information and documentation.
“The associations are: All Democratic Alliance, Citizens Democratic Alliance, Abundance Social Party, African Alliance Party, Democratic Leadership Alliance, Green Future Party, National Democratic Party, and Peoples Freedom Party.”
The commission further stated that the next step involves a detailed verification of the submitted documents to determine compliance with the 1999 Constitution (as amended), the Electoral Act 2022, and INEC’s regulations for political parties.
“The next step in the registration process is the detailed assessment and verification of the information and documents submitted by each association.
“This stage will ensure conformity with the provisions of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), the Electoral Act 2022, and the Commission’s Regulations and Guidelines for Political Parties (2022),” the statement explained.
Olumekun added, “The commission wishes to reaffirm its commitment to inclusivity, transparency, and the deepening of Nigeria’s democratic culture.”
INEC previously received a total of 171 letters of intent from associations seeking registration as political parties.
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Anger From The Altar: Why Deeper Life Church Elders Are Not Happy With Founder, Pastor William Kumuyi
The Deeper Life Bible Church has been prominently featured in the media recently due to the ongoing succession race following the leadership of Pastor William Kumuyi, the church’s founder.
The controversy has evidently taken a toll on Pastor Kumuyi, who expressed deep emotional distress while addressing the matter from the pulpit, coming close to tears.
Many have found this development quite unusual. This is because the Deeper Life Bible Church has been a closely-knit conventional church that rarely gets involved in controversies.
This is because the church runs a system that is both conventional and rigid, which leaves very little room for frivolities to infiltrate the church’s structure and doctrines. In many ways, the entire operation of the church revolves around the church’s founder and General Superintendent, Pastor William Folorunso Kumuyi and it has been working perfectly for the ministry until recently when the leadership crisis erupted.
The troubles began a few months ago when some senior church members speculated that Pastor Kumuyi had relocated to England. His absence resulted from attending various conferences and crusades abroad. During his time away, the church found itself without a leader, as noted by a youth pastor who spoke to us confidentially. He explained, “Deeper Life is a unique church where activities are closely monitored from the top. However, things began to decline while the General Overseer was away for several months. Without his guidance, branches and pastors started to act independently; everyone was doing as they pleased.”
The youth pastor further elaborated that some senior pastors, who have contributed significantly to the church’s growth alongside the General Overseer, felt they deserved more authority and respect. They believe they should hold more prominent positions within the church hierarchy. Some members expressed concern about Pastor Kumuyi’s age and felt the church needed a new direction to expand beyond its current operations.
According to the youth pastor, while Pastor Kumuyi was away, some senior members convened to discuss the necessity of having a leader to coordinate church activities. Some even suggested that the General Overseer could pass leadership to a younger individual.
In response to these developments a few weeks ago, Pastor Kumuyi spoke from the pulpit and was visibly emotional about the situation.
He has expressed significant displeasure regarding subtle agitations within the church concerning his potential successor. He questioned whether church members are tired of him and emphasized that no one can exert control over him.
During a recent Bible study program, which was shared online, Pastor Kumuyi appeared visibly agitated while addressing the congregation. He stated that he would not be stampeded into yielding to the demands of certain elements within the church.
He confronted the issue directly before the audience, asking, “Are you tired of me?” to which the congregation responded with a resounding “Nooo.” The 83-year-old pastor took particular issue with comments made by an unnamed young preacher the previous week, who repeatedly stated, “There is no leadership without a successor.”
“The brother who spoke last Tuesday kept saying there is no leadership without a successor,” Kumuyi noted. “He mentioned it twice, which I found excessive, especially since your father is still here. God will give a successor in His own time,” he asserted.
Pastor Kumuyi emphasized that Biblical precedents illustrate that it is God—not human pressure—who appoints successors. He firmly stated, “You are not going to fight your shepherd, your pilot. I reject any member of the church, whether you are a worker, choir member, or security personnel, who tries to control me. I won’t even take that from my wife because I am the head of my home. I stand where I stand, and nobody will put me under pressure.”
He urged church members not to undermine his mission and warned against any attempts to sway him. “Don’t try to kill my conviction. It will only make me resist you so that when you get to the other side, you won’t say I didn’t warn you. I will continue to remind you of this until I leave,” he said.
Pastor Kumuyi explained that he has deliberately created opportunities for many gifted individuals within the church to preach, but he insisted that the matter of his successor is ultimately “in the hands of God.” He stated, “If God has provided you with a pastor who is still active at this age, with a strong voice, preaching the gospel everywhere, and you are clamoring for a successor, it makes me think you are tired of seeing me around. You don’t want me to feel like I’m imposing myself on you.”
While acknowledging that there will eventually be a successor, Kumuyi maintained that this transition will occur on divine terms. He added, “When the time comes, God will choose a man after His own heart. Don’t try to drive me away, even though I know…”
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