Senior Pastor of House on the Rock Church, Pastor Paul Adefarasin, has sparked discussions after making a remark during a church service suggesting that Lagos State’s next deputy governor could be a female member of the congregation.
Addressing worshippers, Adefarasin shared what he described as news, stating that the next deputy governor of Lagos State is a woman and a member of House on the Rock.
The comment, which drew applause and excitement from congregants, quickly attracted attention on social media, with many speculating about the identity of the individual referenced by the cleric.
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While Pastor Adefarasin did not disclose any names or provide further details, his statement has fueled conversations about the growing involvement of women in leadership and governance, particularly in Lagos State.
Observers have noted that the remark comes amid increasing calls for greater female representation in political offices across Nigeria. However, there has been no official announcement from political authorities or parties regarding the next deputy governor of Lagos State.
As discussions continue, some have interpreted the pastor’s statement as a prophetic declaration, while others view it as a reflection of confidence in one of the church’s members who may be aspiring to public office.
Neither the Lagos State Government nor relevant political stakeholders have publicly commented on the statement as of the time of filing this report.
The development has nevertheless generated widespread interest, with many awaiting further clarification on the identity of the woman referenced during the church service.
