Leke Adeboye has sparked reactions online after offering emotional prayers for Nigeria amid growing concerns over insecurity, kidnappings, and attacks affecting schools and communities across the country.
Speaking during a church gathering, the cleric expressed concern over the increasing cases of school abductions and questioned how criminals were able to invade schools and kidnap innocent children without resistance from citizens or authorities.
He urged Nigerians to unite spiritually against those responsible for violence and insecurity in the nation.
“How come they came to kidnap children from school and we didn’t do anything? Even if you couldn’t do anything physically, we can create a problem for them spiritually,” he said.
The pastor further called on worshippers to pray that individuals behind attacks and unrest in the country would face confusion, exposure, and divine judgment.
“So please let us hold hands… that all those troubling this nation, God Almighty will trouble them. There will be confusion amongst them. They would not be at peace. Wherever they are, they would make errors or mistakes that will expose them,” he added.
He also prayed against individuals allegedly sponsoring or secretly supporting criminal activities, asking for divine intervention if they refused to abandon such actions.
The prayer session has since gone viral on social media, with many Nigerians supporting the cleric’s message and expressing frustration over worsening insecurity in different parts of the country.
Others, however, argued that beyond prayers, stronger government action and improved security measures are urgently needed to address the growing challenges.
Nigeria has witnessed several kidnappings and attacks on schools in recent years, prompting repeated calls from religious leaders, activists, and citizens for decisive action to protect lives and restore public confidence.
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“All those who are troubling this nation, God almighty will trouble them.”
— Pastor Leke Adeboye prays for the release of the &bducted children and teachers in Oyo State. pic.twitter.com/qrJps3O6Jd
— 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 (@AsakyGRN) May 27, 2026
