In an exclusive interview on the KaaTruths program, Sowore alleged that many top religious leaders secretly access the best medical facilities and undergo procedures while misleading their followers about miraculous healings and prophecies.
“None of these GOs or top pastors take their health lightly. They use the best doctors worldwide to treat themselves while misleading their followers,” Sowore said.
He claimed these leaders undergo expensive medical treatments, including surgeries, cell replacement therapy, and even cosmetic enhancements like hair transplants and Brazilian Butt Lifts (BBL), yet continue to preach supernatural healing.
“They do all kinds of plastic surgery. Why deceive the masses by claiming they can perform miracles they know are scientifically impossible?” he questioned.
Sowore emphasized that Nigeria needs functional healthcare rather than reliance on religious solutions.
“I want a country with hospitals that function so well that even pastors who can’t see well can receive proper eye treatment instead of hiding their medical procedures,” he added.
Referencing the late TB Joshua, founder of the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN), Sowore alleged that he sought medical treatment in Turkey for a stroke but kept it secret.
“TB Joshua had a stroke and didn’t even go to a Christian country for treatment. He went to Turkey in a private jet. Many people never knew because he hid his condition,” Sowore revealed.
He further questioned why self-proclaimed miracle workers did not intervene in Joshua’s case.
“If TB Joshua had a stroke and we have a pastor in Port Harcourt claiming to heal strokes, why didn’t he save Joshua? That is unfair,” he said.
Sowore also argued that excessive reliance on religion has distracted Nigerians from addressing critical socio-political issues.
“If the people praying for electricity decided to protest at the NEPA office, power could be restored for years,” he stated, blaming corruption in the power sector for persistent electricity shortages.
He pointed out that in more developed countries, religion is losing its grip on society.
“Where religion originated, people are abandoning it. It has been predicted that in 50 years, they may not practice what they introduced to us,” Sowore noted.
He strongly asserted that religion has significantly contributed to Nigeria’s underdevelopment.
“If we had not embraced religious extremism, we wouldn’t be as complacent as we are now. Our leaders take advantage of this mindset,” he argued.
Sowore linked the influence of religion to economic hardship, claiming that religious institutions exploit the poor.
“The poorer you are, the more religious you become, making you an easy target for deception,” he said.
However, he clarified that his criticism is not against religion itself but against its misuse by deceptive leaders.
“I’m not condemning religion but rather the theatrics and dishonesty used to exploit vulnerable people who should be helped instead,” he concluded.
