In a startling revelation that has sent shockwaves through Nigeria's political and religious circles, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has issued a stark warning to the Federal Government about the nation's vulnerability to foreign military intervention.
No Foreign Allies Will Come to Nigeria's Defense
During his powerful sermon at the November edition of the monthly Holy Ghost Night held at the Redemption Camp on Friday, November 7, 2025, Pastor Adeboye delivered a sobering message to Nigerian authorities. The respected cleric explicitly stated that neither China nor Russia would come to Nigeria's assistance if United States President Donald Trump follows through with his threat of military intervention over allegations of Christian persecution.
"We must take note of the fact that if the US should attack us, China is not coming to defend us, Russia won't defend us," Adeboye declared before the congregation. He further emphasized that while world leaders might verbally condemn such American action, no tangible help would be forthcoming for Nigeria.
Diplomatic Solution and 90-Day Ultimatum Proposal
The spiritual leader presented a strategic approach for President Bola Tinubu to handle the escalating international crisis. Adeboye urged the Nigerian leader to engage President Trump diplomatically and request a 100-day window to demonstrate serious commitment to addressing the insurgency problems plaguing the nation.
Should the American government grant this request, Pastor Adeboye proposed that President Tinubu should then issue a firm directive to Service Chiefs and security agencies to resolve the security challenges within 90 days or face resignation. This tight timeline would demonstrate Nigeria's seriousness in tackling the issue independently.
Learning from Past Mistakes with Buhari Administration
Drawing from historical precedent, Pastor Adeboye recalled a similar situation during the administration of late President Muhammadu Buhari, where he had advised decisive action against insecurity. He revealed that Buhari had given security chiefs a three-month ultimatum to eliminate Boko Haram terrorists or lose their positions, but failed to enforce this threat when the deadline passed without results.
"Some of you will remember who called the service chiefs together and said, 'I give you three months, get rid of all these Boko Haram people or resign'," Adeboye recounted, noting that he was the one who provided that advice to the former president.
The cleric disclosed that he later visited Buhari privately to question why the service chiefs remained in their positions despite failing to accomplish their mission. While refusing to disclose Buhari's exact response, Adeboye emphasized that the crucial lesson from that encounter was the need to target not only terrorists but also their sponsors, regardless of how influential they might be.
International Context of the Warning
Pastor Adeboye's warning comes amid heightened tensions between Nigeria and the United States following President Trump's designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC). The American leader had expressed grave concerns about alleged government complicity in the prevailing insecurity and specifically mentioned the killing of Christians.
In a social media post that sparked international attention, Trump threatened that the U.S. would "immediately stop all aid and assistance to Nigeria, and may very well go into that now disgraced country, 'guns-a-blazing'" if the Nigerian government continues to allow the killing of Christians. He instructed the Department of War to prepare for possible action, describing such potential intervention as "fast, vicious, and sweet."
China's Position and American Response
The international dimension of this crisis further unfolded when China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning addressed the situation during a press conference in Beijing on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Ning affirmed China's strategic partnership with Nigeria and cautioned against military action under the pretext of religious and human rights concerns.
"As Nigeria's comprehensive strategic partner, China firmly opposes any country using religion and human rights as an excuse to interfere in other countries' internal affairs, and threatening other countries with sanctions and force," the Chinese official stated.
However, US Congressman Riley Moore quickly fired back at China's position, dismissing Beijing's stance and describing China as a "Communist autocracy" that lacks moral authority to lecture the United States on foreign policy matters.
Pastor Adeboye's intervention represents a significant moment in Nigeria's ongoing security and diplomatic challenges, highlighting the complex interplay between domestic security issues and international relations at the highest levels.
