An Islamic cleric who is currently wanted by the Nigerian police has emerged from hiding to issue a public apology after his widely publicised prophecy about the death of Fuji music star Saheed Osupa failed to materialise.
Apology from the Bush as Deadline Passes
Alfa Olopameta, the cleric at the centre of the controversy, released a video from an undisclosed bush location, pleading for forgiveness. The video surfaced after the date he had prophesied for Osupa's death, January 10, 2026, passed without incident. In the clip, Olopameta admitted his prediction was a mistake born out of hallucination and not a divine revelation.
He directly appealed to Saheed Osupa, religious leaders, and the general public, promising that "such wouldn't repeat itself." The cleric's apology follows intense public outrage and confirmed interest from security agencies in his activities for inciting public disturbance.
The Fabricated Prophecy and Leaked Confession
The saga began when Olopameta posted a viral video on TikTok, where he made extraordinary claims of daily encounters with God. In that video, he foretold that the popular Fuji musician, Saheed Osupa, would die on January 10, 2026, unless a pure white ram was sacrificed. He swore by the Qur'an to give his prediction weight, causing panic among some social media users.
However, the prophecy unravelled when a leaked phone conversation between Olopameta and another religious leader circulated online. In the call, the cleric confessed that the entire prediction was fabricated solely to attract public attention and was not based on any spiritual vision. This admission significantly heightened the backlash against him.
Public Outcry and Police Manhunt
The failed prediction triggered widespread condemnation on Nigerian social media. Netizens expressed anger and called for the cleric to face legal consequences for spreading false alarms and creating unnecessary fear.
Comments from social media users reflected the public mood:
- @ifemilekan said: "He should go continue his hallucination in prison... He should be smoked out and made to face the music!"
- @Humbletunde commented: "You will do jail by fire by force. You will be an example for other idiots like you."
- @bissiriyu suggested the cleric's mental state needed evaluation.
In response, the Nigerian police have intensified efforts to track down Alfa Olopameta. Authorities are considering charges related to spreading false information and cyber-related offences. His public apology from a hidden location coincides with this ongoing police search.
Broader Implications and Osupa's Legal Stance
Religious commentators and experts have pointed to this incident as an example of the dangers of unchecked prophetic claims on social media platforms. They warn that such actions can easily mislead vulnerable followers and disrupt public order.
Meanwhile, Saheed Osupa remains unharmed and active. This is not the first time the musician has had to confront public attacks. His management recently initiated legal action against another artist, Portable, for cyberbullying and unauthorised use of his music, demonstrating a firm stance against disrespect and infringement.
The case of Alfa Olopameta continues to develop, serving as a cautionary tale about the serious real-world consequences of making sensational and false claims online.
