Politics
Peter Obi calls for investigation into claims of prayer-induced credit alerts
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has urged authorities to investigate individuals who assert they receive credit alerts through prayer, suggesting such claims could indicate theft.
In a recent interview on the Honest Bunch podcast, released on Sunday, Obi underscored the significance of hard work and productivity, arguing that divine blessings are reserved for those who put in the effort. He stated, “God can bless hard work; God can bless productivity; God can bless an industry, but God cannot bless someone who is sleeping.”
He added, “Anyone who tells you that he got an alert from praying should be arrested. He has stolen someone’s money. Simple!”
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Obi also tackled the issue of tithing, proposing that acts of charity serve as an alternative form of tithing. He noted, “If you go to the hospital, it’s tithing. If you help poor people, it’s tithing.”
Additionally, Obi called on political leaders who are primarily focused on financial gain to reevaluate their motivations, emphasizing that true leadership should center on serving the community rather than personal profit. “Being a leader is not a money-making venture. You’re not competing with Dangote. Dangote is a businessman. You should focus on what you were elected for,” he said.
He continued, “You must choose your lane; if you want to be in government, be in government and serve the people. If you want to be a businessman, go and trade.”
Obi’s recent remarks, including a suggestion to turn church vigils into night shifts to boost productivity, have elicited mixed reactions among Nigerians.
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