Nigeria Apostle Suleman Sparks Outrage After Revealing Purchase of Third Jet During Pandemic

Apostle Johnson Suleman revealed he purchased a third private jet during the COVID-19 pandemic, boasting about his prosperity while others struggled. His comments, including a joke about a “money-printing machine,” sparked backlash on social media, with critics accusing him of flaunting wealth and insensitivity during the global crisis.

In a recent video, Apostle Johnson Suleman, General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries International, boasted about buying his third private jet during the COVID-19 pandemic. Suleman claimed he purchased the jet while others were struggling with the pandemic and admitted to praying for the disease to persist because it was a prosperous time for him. He also addressed rumors about a supposed "money-printing machine" he allegedly owns, playfully confirming the rumor and suggesting that speaking in tongues was like printing money.

The revelation has sparked significant backlash online. Critics have expressed outrage over Suleman’s apparent insensitivity during a global crisis and accused him of flaunting his wealth while many Nigerians struggled. Some users condemned what they see as a display of religious exploitation, noting that Suleman’s members continue to support him despite the perceived disparity between his opulence and their financial struggles. Others criticized the broader religious community for what they view as gullibility and a lack of tangible progress despite spiritual claims.

Reactions on social media have been polarized, with some users criticizing the preacher's apparent lack of empathy and others defending his right to personal success. This controversy highlights ongoing tensions between religious leaders and their followers in Nigeria, particularly regarding the intersection of wealth and spirituality.