A member of Christ MercyLand Deliverance Ministry(CMDM), Christopher Aliba has urged the Christian Association of Nigeria(CAN) to desist from labeling the General Overseer of the church, Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin a fraudster.
Aliba in a statement made available to journalists on Monday was reacting to CAN’s allegation that Prophet Fufeyin’a sermon in January was heretical and with the intent to defraud members of his church and followers.
He said that the viral video clip of the prophet preaching about the Bible doctrine of ‘First Fruit’ was quoted out of context to portray Prophet Fufeyin as fraudulent and his message heretical.
“In recent days, a viral video clip of a sermon delivered by Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin, the General Overseer of Christ Mercyland Deliverance Ministry (CMDM), has generated intense controversy and provoked sharp reactions, including a recent public condemnation by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).
“The clip, which is an excerpt from a message preached in January 2025, has been used as the basis for unfounded accusations branding the man of God a “fraud” and accusing him of promoting heretical doctrines.
“As a longstanding member of the ministry and a firsthand witness to both the context and intent of the message, I feel compelled to set the record straight and offer this rejoinder in defense of the truth, for the sake of public clarity and to prevent further misleading narratives.
“The portion of the sermon that has gone viral focuses specifically on the biblical principle of the first fruit—a concept firmly rooted in Scripture (Proverbs 3:9-10, Romans 11:16, Ezekiel 44:30).
“In that message, Prophet Fufeyin encouraged members to honor God with their first earnings of the year as an act of faith, sacrifice, and covenant alignment.
“It is important to emphasize that the Prophet never stated that money, including first fruits, can “buy” forgiveness or automatically absolve individuals of fraud or sin.
“Unfortunately, the clip being circulated was heavily edited, stripped of its full context, and published by a blogger clearly motivated by a personal agenda rather than a pursuit of truth.
“By omitting crucial portions of the sermon that emphasized repentance, transformation, and obedience to God, the video has given an entirely false impression of both the message and the messenger”, Aliba said.
He said that Prophet Fufeyin, in that sermon, highlighted the mysterious ways through which divine principles like the first fruit offering can unlock God’s favor and mercy, especially when accompanied by genuine repentance and faith.
“It is a gross distortion to interpret this as an endorsement of sin or a suggestion that financial offerings can “cancel” fraud without accountability.
“CMDM does not preach transactional grace but promotes holistic spiritual renewal that includes moral uprightness and social responsibility”, he said.
Aliba appealed to CAN to duly investigate the authenticity of the viral video clip before condemning the General Overseer of the CMDM.
“While we deeply respect the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) for its role as a unifying voice for the Body of Christ, it is unfortunate that its recent statement appears to have been made without a thorough review of the full message or a fair hearing with Prophet Fufeyin.
“No man or ministry is above scrutiny, but Christian leaders also have a duty to investigate responsibly before drawing public conclusions, especially in this digital age where misinformation spreads rapidly.
“Let it be known that CMDM remains a law-abiding, spirit-filled, and biblically grounded ministry committed to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin has consistently used his platform to promote love, deliverance, and spiritual growth for thousands across Nigeria and beyond”.
“To label him a “fraudster” or to equate his teachings with deception is not only misleading but a disservice to the millions who have encountered God through his ministry.
“We appeal to CAN and the general public to refrain from further judgment based on half-truths and instead embrace dialogue, truth, and unity within the Church”, he added.
