Popular comedian-turned-preacher, Oluwatoyin Bayegun, widely known as Woli Arole, has raised concerns over the state of the Nigerian gospel music industry, citing growing trends of “hypocrisy, worldliness, and cabalism.”
In a recent Instagram post, Arole lamented that invitations for gospel ministrations are now influenced by personal connections rather than divine direction. He also expressed concern over the blurred lines between gospel ministers and secular performers.
“The level of hypocrisy, worldliness, and cabalism in the gospel music industry in Nigeria is alarming,” he wrote. “Invitations are based on who you know, not as the Spirit leads. Music ministers too—we can’t differentiate whether you’re a performer or a minister. It’s well!”
His statement has sparked discussions among gospel artists and fans, shedding light on the growing commercialization of the industry.
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