The General Superintendent of the Holy Spirit Mission, Ikeja, Lagos State, Bishop Charles Ighele, has demanded a ban on Valentine’s Day in Nigeria.

He argued that Valentine’s Day promotes immorality and negatively influences young people and married couples.

Speaking with the Diaspora digital media (DDM) on Wednesday, Ighele called for strict measures to curb its celebration.

He claimed the day was originally meant for humanitarian work but has now been distorted into a promotion of romantic relationships.

According to him, a ban on Valentine’s Day is necessary to prevent the spread of moral corruption in society.

He described the celebration as a deceptive scheme that encourages sexual misconduct and undermines biblical principles.

Ighele linked Valentine’s Day to Cupid, a mythological figure he described as a “romantic demon” promoting erotic desires.

He referenced Ephesians 6:11-12, stating that Cupid is among the spiritual forces ruling the world’s darkness.

“The word ‘erotic’ comes from ‘Eros,’ the Greek god of love, which is linked to sexual excitement,” he said.

He insisted that Valentine’s Day arouses sexual emotions and promotes entertainment centered on immorality.

Ighele claimed that banning Valentine’s Day would help reduce its negative impact on young people.

According to him, the day has been deliberately set aside to encourage sexual misconduct and the perversion of true love.

He said God’s love, as described in the Bible, should not be celebrated in a way that promotes immorality.

He urged the government to take action and ban Valentine’s Day to protect the country’s moral values.

He emphasized that shaping a morally upright society is a shared responsibility of the government, churches, schools, and families.

According to him, implementing a ban on Valentine’s Day would help preserve ethical values and prevent young people from being misled.

He called for promoting activities that emphasize genuine love, kindness, and humanitarian services instead of romantic indulgence.

DDM reports that Valentine’s Day, also known as the Feast of Saint Valentine, is celebrated annually on February 14.

Originally a Christian feast honoring a martyr named Valentine, the day has evolved into a global celebration of romance and love.

While it is widely observed, some countries have imposed restrictions on its celebration due to religious or cultural beliefs.

Ighele insisted that banning Valentine’s Day in Nigeria would help uphold biblical teachings and prevent societal moral decline.

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