(DDM) – Primate Elijah Ayodele, founder and spiritual leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has issued a spiritual warning to several Nigerian governors ahead of the 2027 elections.
DDM gathered that the prophecy, delivered through his media aide Osho Oluwatosin, specifically targeted governors seeking a second term in office.
Primate Ayodele cautioned that many of these leaders may not succeed in their re-election bids unless they take immediate spiritual and political action.
He emphasised that their political futures could be derailed by unforeseen challenges.
According to the cleric, genuine prayer, spiritual preparation, and dedication to the welfare of their citizens are essential to overcoming these obstacles.
He noted that without these measures, even strong incumbents could face shocking defeats at the polls.
The prophecy is already generating debate among political observers, especially as the 2027 general elections draw closer.
Several governors across the country are currently serving their first terms and are expected to run again.
However, the warning suggests that a combination of political missteps and spiritual neglect could prevent them from returning to office.
Primate Ayodele has built a reputation over the years for issuing political, social, and economic predictions that often attract national attention.
Supporters of his ministry believe many of his past prophecies have come to pass, further amplifying the weight of his latest statement.
The warning is particularly significant given Nigeria’s volatile political climate, where incumbency advantage has historically been a major factor in electoral victories.
However, public dissatisfaction with governance, economic hardship, and rising insecurity have made several sitting governors vulnerable.
The prophecy may therefore serve as both a spiritual admonition and a political reality check.
Political analysts told DDM that such messages, while often dismissed by some politicians, can influence public discourse and shape perceptions of leadership.
In some cases, they can even embolden opposition candidates to challenge seemingly secure incumbents.
With less than two years until the 2027 polls, the governors in question have limited time to act on the cleric’s advice.
Ayodele’s statement did not name the governors specifically, but political watchers expect further clarifications in the coming months.
As campaigns begin to take shape, both the political class and the electorate will be watching to see which leaders heed the warning.
The prophecy has also reignited discussions about the role of faith and spirituality in Nigeria’s politics.
For now, the affected governors face a choice, take the prophecy seriously and make changes, or risk joining the list of leaders who failed to secure a second term.