The founder of Salvation Ministries, Pastor David Ibiyeomie, has strongly criticized the restriction on Christians preaching in public buses, demanding that believers be granted the same freedom of worship as Muslims.
Speaking during a recent church service, the cleric labeled the policy a “stupid law” and argued that if Muslims are permitted to use public address systems and microphones for religious activities, Christians must also be allowed to preach in public spaces.
He expressed frustration over what he perceives as a double standard, questioning why Christian bus evangelism is targeted while other religious groups freely use loudspeakers.
Pastor Ibiyeomie also called out fellow Christian leaders for their silence on the matter, alleging that many have been compromised by political figures.
He challenged anyone to prove he had accepted money from the government, emphasizing his independence and freedom to speak truth to power.
Turning his attention to the broader state of the nation, he noted that Nigerians are enduring unprecedented hardship, economic struggles, terrorism, and safety concerns abroad, questioning why lawmakers are prioritizing restrictions on Christian preaching over these urgent national crises. Contrasting the current administration with former President Goodluck Jonathan’s era, he criticized the public’s silence despite today’s severe difficulties.
Warning against policies that target Christianity, the cleric cautioned that such measures could trigger chaos, asserting that believers would be forced to rise up and resist if pushed further.
He further alleged that there are hidden agendas to Islamize Nigeria, though he firmly declared that such efforts would fail. Calling for mutual respect and peaceful coexistence, Ibiyeomie stressed that for Nigeria to remain united, citizens of all faiths must be allowed to practice their religion freely without state interference or restrictions.
