Pastor Adefarasin: Nigeria’s Creation Was Driven by Colonial Interests, Not Divine Will
Senior Pastor of House on the Rock, Paul Adefarasin, has sparked debate after stating that Nigeria’s foundation was not divinely ordained but instead shaped by British colonial ambitions for economic gain. Speaking during a Sunday sermon, Adefarasin argued that the country’s creation stemmed from colonial power struggles rather than God’s plan. He referenced historical accounts, suggesting that Britain’s interests, not divine purpose, determined Nigeria’s formation. He further dismissed the popular belief that nationalists such as Obafemi Awolowo, Tafawa Balewa, Ahmadu Bello, and Nnamdi Azikiwe were the nation’s true founding fathers. Instead, he attributed the country’s name and structure to British officials, including Lord Lugard and his partner. According to him, Nigeria was established primarily to serve Britain’s financial interests, with its resources used to subsidize less prosperous regions under colonial rule. The cleric’s remarks have since generated wide reactions, with […]
