-Bolaji Idowu Sparks Controversy Over Comment On Igbo & Yoruba
Pastor Bolaji Idowu, founder of Harvesters Church, has sparked intense debate and outrage on social media after making comments about the Yoruba and Igbo ethnic groups during a sermon.
According to him, fear is the primary problem holding back the Yoruba people, while the Igbo are fearless and globally entrepreneurial.
Speaking during a sermon at his church, Idowu said:“There is a problem with the Yoruba race. Even the ones that are 48 years old. There is a problem with your race, and it is called fear. Life bows for the courageous. Life works against the fearful.”SEE ALSO: Joyful Moment As Apostle Joshua Selman’s Koinonia Acquires New PropertyThat is why I love the Igbos. They are fearless. There is no country in this world where you will not see an Igbo man,” he continued.He further urged the congregation, particularly the youth, to reject the spirit of fear and embrace courage as a means to break limitations and rise in life.https://www.instagram.com/p/DLjh59tIBtw/?img_index=1
Bolaji Idowu Sparks Controversy
“Nobody can do anything significant in life because of fear. One of the reasons people never emerge or go forward is because of fear, and fear will lead to self-doubt. You would begin to doubt yourself,” he said.Netizens, however have reacted to the comment made by the clergyman.
@OurFavOnlineDocnoted; “This is shameful. This is disrespectful. The Nigerian pulpit has now been turned into an arena for disgusting intertribal house sports.”
@2tolu noted; “We can all appreciate each other’s journey without resorting to unnecessary criticism just to make a point. One love.”
