A daughter of the founder of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Titilayo Adewale, has denied claims that she criticised the church’s leadership for allegedly sidelining the legacy of her late father, Pa Josiah Olufemi Akindayomi. She recently had her say via a press statement released on her Facebook page, and Nigerians have been reacting.
Describing the viral statement attributed to her as fake, Titi refuted reports saying that she said many senior pastors in the RCCG were unaware that her father founded the church.
She added that her late father never sought earthly recognition and would not have been concerned about whether his name or image appeared on church buildings or institutions.
Her words, “My attention has been drawn to a statement attributed to me regarding The Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor E.A. Adeboye and the legacy of my father.
I want to clarify that the statement attributed to me is not from me, either implicitly or explicitly.
For the record, Baba’s image or no image on any edifice on earth is nothing compared to making Heaven with his full face being recognised.
Regarding legacy, the most significant legacy is not buildings or institutions but individuals. My father consistently believed in building people rather than merely constructing buildings.
He never believed in acquiring wealth or earthly possessions. It was a challenge to convince my father to own a building because he was not convinced of its value.
If he was unwilling to own a personal residence, how could he or any child be bothered if his name is not associated with buildings or institutions? It doesn’t add up.
In my opinion, this news and similar ones are not about me, my father or even the leadership of the RCCG. Instead, they are intended to create unnecessary arguments and discord.
Their purpose is to divert attention from the divine work being carried out and sow discord among us.
I pray for continued support and strength for Pastor E.A. Adeboye and his family. I pray that God will enhance the wisdom of the leadership of the RCCG.
Wishing the RCCG family worldwide a successful convention. Shalom!”
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