IK Ogbonna criticizes fake miracles, urges CAN to act amid I Am a Chosen trend

• Nollywood actor IK Ogbonna has raised alarm over the increasing number of Nigerian pastors performing fake miracles to deceive and exploit people.
• Ogbonna expressed his deep concern, describing the practice as a heartbreaking betrayal of Christianity’s true essence.
• He urged Christians to remember that their faith is sacred and that true miracles cannot come from deception.

Actor IK Ogbonna has voiced his concern over the rising number of pastors in Nigeria who are performing fake miracles to deceive and exploit people.

In an Instagram post shared on Tuesday, Ogbonna expressed his disappointment, describing these actions as a deep betrayal of the core values of Christianity.

He lamented that such fraudulent practices by certain clergymen will not only harm the reputation of the church but also exploit vulnerable believers, turning their faith into a tool for personal gain.

Ogbonna warned that the fallout from these deceptive acts includes broken trust, shattered lives, and the manipulation of people’s faith.

He called on pastors engaging in such behaviors to reflect on their actions, emphasising that using God’s name for falsehood is a direct betrayal of the gospel. Ogbonna urged:

“To those pastors, it’s time to reflect—using God’s name for falsehood is a betrayal of the gospel. To the victims, remember your faith is sacred, and true miracles don’t come from deception.”

He also called on Christians to safeguard their faith and not be swayed by social media trends that mock or disrespect their beliefs. The movie star added:

“Let’s also be cautious not to get carried away by social media trends that disrespect and ridicule our faith. Christianity should never be used as a tool for likes, views, or viral content.”

Additionally, Ogbonna appealed to religious authorities like the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and the government to take a firmer stance on the issue.

He advocated for stricter regulations and accountability measures to ensure that individuals posing as pastors are held responsible for their actions. Ogbonna concluded:

“I call on the government and religious bodies like the Christian Association of Nigeria to step up, regulate, and hold these bad actors accountable. Christianity is about truth, love, and humility—not fraud, manipulation, or mockery.”

His comments come in the wake of a social media trend, with the phrase “I am a Chosen” gaining traction.

This followed criticism from influencer VeryDarkMan, who questioned the credibility of testimonies shared by members of The Lord’s Chosen Church.