Tobi Adegboyega, a Nigerian-born UK pastor and former leader of Salvation Proclaimers Anointed Church, has addressed reports of his impending deportation to Nigeria.
The 44-year-old pastor, who is also a cousin of Star Wars actor John Boyega, has recently lost his legal battle against deportation, despite claiming that the move would violate his human rights.
The decision follows a ruling by an immigration tribunal, which ordered Adegboyega’s deportation after investigations revealed financial misconduct within his church. His church, Salvation Proclaimers Anointed Church, was shut down following allegations of a £1.87 million fraud.
In response to the situation, Adegboyega took to Instagram to reassure his supporters. He stated, “I’ve heard a lot today, and I’m doing this because our friends, our fans, people who are worried. I’m right here at home, no cause for alarm. And naturally, I dismiss things that have to do with retrogression. Every Nigerian should be proud of me.”
He further emphasised, “I have survived all sorts, the matter they are propagating is the smallest of matters. No panic. I love London city, it is my city, and nobody can do anything.”
The ruling has sparked significant attention, but Adegboyega’s response suggests a defiant stance against the legal challenges he faces.
