Popular Nigerian comedian Ekene Clinton Egbuna, widely known as Klintoncod, has sparked controversy online after launching a scathing attack on Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin, founder of Christ Mercyland Deliverance Ministry.
In a video shared on Instagram, the comedian accused the popular preacher of deceiving worshippers with so-called miracle products.
Klintoncod alleged that Prophet Fufeyin has been manipulating his congregation through the sale of spiritually branded items. One such item, he said, was a plastic-wrapped bag of sand sold with promises of divine intervention.
Accusations of religious fraud
In his strongly worded video, Klintoncod questioned Prophet Fufeyin’s legitimacy as a spiritual leader. According to him, the cleric’s actions are not only deceptive but damaging to Christianity as a whole. He insisted that someone like Fufeyin would be behind bars or in a psychiatric facility if Nigeria had stricter laws.
“Are we going to continue pretending that this man, Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin, is not a nuisance to Christianity?” Klintoncod asked. “Right now, as I speak, he is probably defrauding a lot of people.”
The comedian didn’t mince words. He described the pastor’s behaviour as fraudulent, claiming there’s little difference between the preacher and a convicted scammer. His main concern, he said, was how many people have been misled and spiritually damaged by such acts.
Selling sand for miracles
Klintoncod was particularly angered by a recent claim that Prophet Fufeyin was selling bags of sand as a spiritual product. The pastor allegedly told his congregation that purchasing the sand would result in divine assistance, particularly in building houses.
“This guy packaged sand in nylon, sealed it, put his face on it, and told people that if they buy it, God will help them build a house,” Klintoncod said. “And a whole bunch of people are attending his church, standing up, calling him ‘Papa’.”
The comedian expressed disbelief at how many Nigerians continue to fall for such promises. He questioned the reasoning behind following a man who, in his words, offers nothing but deceit.
Criticism of followers
Klintoncod didn’t spare the congregation either. He labelled many of the pastor’s followers as “gullible” and blamed their blind faith for encouraging men like Fufeyin.
“Some Nigerians are just not thinking. These people go to his church, spend money on fake miracle items, and even celebrate him like a hero,” he said.
He added that this level of blind devotion is part of the reason why some people have stopped going to church altogether. According to him, people like Prophet Fufeyin are damaging the image of Christianity and pushing honest believers away.
Linking the problem to broader issues
Taking a broader view, Klintoncod also touched on the state of the nation. He argued that religious manipulation is a more pressing problem in Nigeria than even the country’s political issues.
“Tinubu or APC is not our real problem. Nigerians are actually very stupid,” he stated bluntly. “This guy is part of the reason some people stopped going to church.”
He called on society to start questioning religious leaders more openly and hold them accountable for their actions. He also urged authorities to step in and regulate religious practices that exploit people for profit.
Reactions online
Since posting the video, Klintoncod’s comments have sparked heated debate across social media platforms. While some praised him for speaking out, others felt he was too harsh or disrespectful toward the church and its followers.
Despite the backlash, Klintoncod has not taken down the video or issued a clarification. His message remains clear: Nigerians must be more critical of those who claim to speak for God, especially when they demand money in return for miracles.
As public scrutiny grows over the conduct of religious leaders in Nigeria, Klintoncod’s viral outburst adds fuel to an ongoing national conversation about faith, accountability, and exploitation in places of worship.
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