Bishop David Oyedepo stood before the congregation at the Living Faith Church Worldwide headquarters in Ota, Ogun State, and made a direct call during the Covenant Day of Vengeance service on Sunday, 19 April 2026.
“Except I am not sent, in the next seven days, I declare judgment upon those responsible for these calamities and those backing them,” he said.
The founder of the church spoke as many parts of Nigeria continue to face threats from terrorists.
These groups have carried out operations that affect communities across different states, with reports of repeated incidents involving civilians and places of worship.
Oyedepo pointed to the ongoing situation and told worshippers that the time had come for a change.
He added that people would soon hear testimonies linked to this period of declared judgment.
He framed the message around the need for divine intervention in the face of persistent insecurity.
Many in the congregation responded with strong agreement as he delivered the words.
The service took place against a background of public concern over safety in several regions, where terrorists have targeted both rural areas and urban centres in recent months.
Oyedepo has often addressed national issues from the pulpit, and this latest statement follows a pattern of faith-based responses to the challenges the country faces.
He urged holiness and trust in God while the seven-day period unfolds.
As the week begins, attention now turns to any developments that may follow his declaration.
Nigerians from different walks of life continue to watch events closely amid the wider push for improved security across the nation.
This story has already sparked wide discussion on social media, with the video of the moment spreading quickly since the service ended.
