Martins Ortse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has sparked controversy with his assertion that religion has severely impaired Nigerians and Africans.
His comments came after Pastor Enoch Adeboye of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) apologized for previously stating that Christians who don’t pay tithe won’t make heaven.
Pastor Adeboye had claimed that paying tithe was a prerequisite for entering heaven but later retracted, describing it as a “mistake.” He emphasized that the Bible emphasizes peaceful and holy living as the true requirements for making heaven.
Reacting on Instagram, VeryDarkMan questioned the authenticity of other religious teachings, asking: “Which other things have they told us is not in the Bible? How many things have they manipulated that is not in the Bible?” He targeted pastors like David Ibieyomie, saying: “I’m waiting for those who will come tomorrow and say prayers won’t move Nigeria forward.”
VeryDarkMan’s scathing critique of religion’s impact on Africa has generated intense debate. He declared, “Religion has blinded and finished us in Africa… I will keep talking about how messed up religion has made us.” His comments have sparked discussions on the role of religion in Nigerian society.
Nigerians are divided on VeryDarkMan’s views, with some applauding his boldness and others criticizing his approach. As the conversation continues, one thing is clear: the relationship between religion and societal progress in Nigeria remains a complex and contentious issue.
