Tacha Slams Nigerian Pastors Over Controversial Behaviours Abroad
UK-based Nigerian reality star Natasha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has voiced strong criticism against the conduct of some Nigerian pastors. She claimed that 90% of them would not get away with the things they do in Nigeria if they were abroad. Her comments were triggered by the recent incident involving Pastor Paul Adefarasin of House on the Rock Church.
Pastor Adefarasin came under fire after a viral video showed him holding what appeared to be a pistol-like object while confronting a car spotter who was recording his car. The incident quickly sparked public outrage online. Although the pastor clarified that the object wasn’t a firearm and denied pointing it at anyone, the explanation didn’t sit well with many—including Tacha.
In a video shared on her X handle, Tacha argued that the pastor’s actions were clear in the video and accused him of attempting to gaslight the public. “There’s nothing I hate more than gaslighting,” she said. “Everybody saw the video and could tell who the real aggressor was. That car spotter was not aggressive—he was just doing what many car spotters do around the world.”
Tacha expressed disappointment at the reaction of the church congregation, calling out those who clapped for the pastor during his church service address. “What exactly are you clapping for?” she asked, questioning why people were excusing his actions just because he is a pastor.
She further stated, “Let me make this very clear, 90 per cent of our Nigerian Pastors will not get away with what they do in Nigeria outside Nigeria. If they tried this abroad, their churches would shut down within a year.”
Tacha also compared the situation to how people would have reacted differently if it involved someone politically connected like Seyi Tinubu or Nyesom Wike, arguing that the outrage would have lasted for days. “But because it’s a pastor, people are trying to cover it up. This selective hypocrisy is crazy,” she added.
She reminded the public that this wasn’t the first time Pastor Adefarasin had been involved in a similar controversy, referencing an incident where he reportedly smashed the windscreen of a bus that hit his car.
What is the main concern here?
Tacha’s outrage highlights a broader issue of perceived double standards and accountability within religious circles. Her message pushes for equal treatment regardless of status or title, urging Nigerians to stop making excuses for bad behavior simply because it comes from someone in the pulpit.
Final Thought:
Tacha’s bold call-out brings attention to the unchecked authority some pastors wield in Nigeria. Her remarks challenge both religious leaders and followers to uphold the same standards of accountability, whether at home or abroad.
