Nigerians have criticised the General Superintendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, William Kumuyi, for saying that Christians should not attack President Muhammadu Buhari whether via newspapers or the internet.
Kumuyi had said on Sunday during his sermon at the headquarters of his church in Gbagada, Lagos that Christians must obey constituted authorities, shun violence and be Christ-like in character, conducts and conversations.
“Don’t attack the president of the country whether in words or in the newspapers or through internet.
“Honour kings, don’t disrespect or dishonour the governors. Don’t disrespect leaders of the community and leaders in the church.
“If we are to honour the governors in the states, how much more the pastors,” Kumuyi had said.
Since making the statement, the cleric has come under attack on Twitter.
Nigerians have accused the preacher of being quiet when suspected killer herdsmen were on rampage.
They also say that a leader should be subjected to criticism no matter how highly placed.
