“Nigeria wasn’t created by God; it was a British business project” – Pastor Paul Adefarasin

Senior Pastor of House on the Rock Church, Paul Adefarasin, has sparked waves of reactions after asserting that Nigeria was not divinely created but was instead a product of British colonial designs for economic gain.

Speaking during a Sunday sermon, the cleric challenged the idea that Nigeria’s existence was ordained by God, claiming historical and colonial interests dictated its formation.

He cited The Martyrdom of Man and referred to agreements involving Queen Elizabeth I and the Ottoman Empire, suggesting Africa’s territories were divided for foreign advantage.

“Nigeria, I do not believe it was created by God. I don’t believe it. Two empires got together and decided that this land will go to the sons of Ishmael,” he said, adding that the church’s role is to correct what human history has gotten wrong.

Adefarasin also questioned the legitimacy of Nigeria’s constitution, noting that it was imposed by soldiers rather than “we the people.” Quoting Psalm 11:3, he likened the nation’s situation to a building constructed on a weak foundation.

“I have no problem with people of any faith being in charge, but they must adhere to the constitution of ‘we the people.’ If the foundation is corrupted, what can the righteous do?” he asked, emphasizing the need for a solid base to ensure long-term stability.

The pastor further criticized governance and systemic corruption, using poorly executed road projects as an example of flawed national planning.

He suggested some roads are intentionally substandard to secure repeat contracts, reflecting a lack of fairness and accountability.

Challenging the legacy of Nigeria’s celebrated nationalist leaders, Adefarasin dismissed figures such as Obafemi Awolowo, Tafawa Balewa, Ahmadu Bello, and Nnamdi Azikiwe as the country’s true founding fathers.

Instead, he attributed Nigeria’s creation to British officials in Whitehall and Lord Lugard, claiming the nation was established for the financial benefit of Britain.

“There was a colonial conquest from the Maghreb and Sahel, interrupted by the British. The founding fathers of Nigeria are some men from Whitehall, Tob Goldman, his girlfriend, and Lugard,” he stated.

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