Nigerian social media influencer and content creator Verydarkman has called out popular Nigerian pastor, Apostle Johnson Suleman, over his failed prophecy regarding the outcome of the 2024 United States presidential election. The controversial statement, which was made months ago, has sparked backlash from followers and critics alike, especially after the results of the election did not align with Suleman’s prediction.
Earlier in the year, Apostle Suleman, founder of Omega Fire Ministries, publicly stated that he had received a prophetic revelation about the 2024 U.S. elections. According to the prophecy, the incumbent president would win a second term in a landslide victory. However, as the election results were finalized, the outcome contradicted the prophecy, leading to a wave of online criticisms.
Verydarkman, known for his bold opinions and large social media following, took to his platform to express his displeasure with Suleman’s prediction, calling it misleading and irresponsible. In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), he wrote, “When prophecy fails, it’s not just a matter of being wrong—it’s about the impact on the people who believe in these claims. Apostle Suleman’s prophecy on the US elections was a big letdown. People put their faith in these predictions, and they need to be held accountable.”
Verydarkman’s comments have garnered significant attention, with many of his followers agreeing that such prophecies, especially on highly public matters like elections, should be approached with caution. “If you claim to speak for God, then you should be right, or at least have some level of accountability. This is not the first time a prophecy from some of these men of God has failed,” one commenter noted.
The controversy surrounding Suleman’s prophecy about the U.S. elections follows a long-standing history of high-profile predictions made by some Nigerian pastors that have not come to pass. While some of these predictions have drawn criticism, others have been defended by religious followers as a matter of faith, with some claiming that the prophecy may not have been correctly interpreted or that God’s will is beyond human understanding.
In response to the backlash, Apostle Suleman has yet to make a public statement directly addressing the failed prophecy. However, his supporters continue to defend him, saying that prophetic revelations should not be viewed as definitive truths but rather as guidance, which can be subject to change. Suleman himself has often stated that he is not infallible and that prophecies are not always set in stone.
Meanwhile, Verydarkman’s call for accountability in prophetic declarations has added fuel to the ongoing debate in Nigeria and beyond about the influence of religious figures in politics and public life. Critics have often pointed out that when prophecies about political events fail, they can damage the credibility of religious leaders, while others argue that the faithful should be more discerning about placing blind trust in such declarations.
As the conversation continues, many are left questioning the role of prophecy in modern society and whether religious figures should be held more accountable for their public declarations, particularly when they involve major political outcomes.
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