David Ibiyeomie, the head of Salvation Ministries, has publicly opposed the potential 2026 anti-preaching bill. During a recent Sunday service in Port Harcourt, he encouraged legislators to abandon the proposal and instead concentrate on the nation’s urgent security and economic struggles.
The pastor warned that the bill, which reportedly aims to ban preaching on public transport, could violate the religious rights of Christians and foster social instability. He stressed the importance of equal treatment for all religious denominations, stating that Christians should be granted the same liberties as others to maintain peace.
Expressing firm opposition to any limits on public evangelism, Ibiyeomie argued that such restrictions invite unnecessary conflict. He suggested that Christians increase their participation in government and politics to ensure their interests are protected within the policy-making process.
Furthermore, Ibiyeomie shifted focus to the broader national climate, urging the government to address poverty and economic suffering rather than prioritizing regulations he views as secondary. He also noted his perspective that the current economic environment is more difficult than during the tenure of former President Goodluck Jonathan.