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Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin (born 15 February 1971, Burutu, Delta State, Nigeria)[citation needed] is the founder and head prophet of Christ Mercyland Deliverance Ministry (CMDM), Effurun, Delta State, Nigeria.[1] He founded the church on 3 April 2010.
Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin | |
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| Born | 15 February 1971 Burutu, Delta State, Nigeria |
| Occupation(s) | Televangelist minister, philanthropist |
| Years active | 2010 - present |
| Organization | Christ MercyLand Deliverance Ministry (CMDM) |
| Spouse | Anthonia Fufeyin |
| Children | 5 |
| Website | www |
Early life and family
editJeremiah Omoto Fufeyin was born in Burutu, Delta State, Nigeria on 15 February 1971.[2] He had his primary school education at Zuokumor Primary School in Burutu L.G.A of Delta State between 1981 and 1986.[3] His secondary education was at Gbesa Grammar School Ojobo, between 1986 and 1992.[4]
He is married to Anthonia Fufeyin and they have five children. He was born in a polygamous home and is the 22nd child out of the 36 children sired by his late father, Livingson Stevenson Toboukeyei Fufeyin. His mother's name is Asetu Fufeyin.[5]
Criticism and controversy
editFufeyin has been criticized for his loud acts of charity, very public and showy focus on demons and "deliverance" in his ministry today.[6] During the COVID-19 pandemic, he donated about N300million to staff, members of his church and to the Nigerian government. Fufuyin also returned their tithes and offerings, saying that it was time of giving back.[7]
On 1 April 2017, Fufeyin defended Suleman Johnson against his sex scandal, describing him as "innocent."[8]
In April 2022, Fufeyin took Pastor Johnmark Ighosotu to court, alleging character defamation and cyber conspiracies following a confession in Ighosotu's church which contained accusations Fufeyin engaged in fraudulent activities.[9]
On 22 March 2023, his church was destroyed by fire and he claimed the reason for the fire was because of his disobedience to God's instruction.[10]
On 9 January 2024, following the BBC' allegations of physical and sexual abuse, fake miracles, and forced abortions in the Synagogue Church of All Nations under the late leader T.B. Joshua,[11] Fufeyin criticized Joshua's former inner circle for not speaking up in Joshua's defense.[12] He also urged his supporters to speak up in his defense against the allegations levelled against him by his enemies.[13]
In 2024, a legal battle erupted between Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin, founder of Christ Mercyland Deliverance Ministry, and Nigerian social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan. The controversy centers around VeryDarkMan's outspoken criticism of Prophet Jeremiah's miracle products,[14] including soap and mustard seeds, which the prophet claims have healing properties. VeryDarkMan publicly questioned the legitimacy of these products, demanding that Prophet Jeremiah provide evidence of their certification by Nigeria’s regulatory body, NAFDAC.[15]
In response, Prophet Jeremiah filed a ₦1 billion[16] defamation lawsuit against VeryDarkMan, alleging that the activist’s posts on social media caused significant damage to his reputation. The lawsuit also sought an injunction to stop VeryDarkMan from making further defamatory statements.[17] The court granted a restraining order against VeryDarkMan, barring him from posting any additional content related to Prophet Jeremiah while the case is ongoing.
Despite the legal challenges, VeryDarkMan remained defiant, publicly declaring that he would continue to demand accountability from Prophet Jeremiah.[18] He also mocked the situation, even offering to bring individuals to court for the prophet to heal using his miracle products. The case has sparked widespread debate on social media, with both figures attracting significant attention.
References
edit- ^ Jeremiah, Kingsley (19 April 2020). "Prophet Fufeyin urges wealthy pastors to assist less-privileged". The Guardian. Abuja. Archived from the original on 15 March 2022. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
- ^ Fufeyin, Jeremiah (31 May 2015). "I am not Junior TB Joshua —Fufeyin of MercyLand". Vanguard News. Archived from the original on 30 August 2016. Retrieved 5 September 2016.
- ^ "Prophet Series:Nigeria's globally recognized prophets (1)". OpenLife. 21 December 2019. Retrieved 30 May 2020.
- ^ "Prophet Jeremiah: Liberating souls, changing lives, through power of God". Daylight Nigeria. 3 September 2016.[dead link]
- ^ "Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin: The Grass to Grace Story of God's General". theyesng.com. 3 September 2016.
- ^ "Prophet Omoto Fufeyin - Tb Joshua imitator?". Contra Culture E-Magazine. 11 July 2015. Archived from the original on 14 August 2018.
- ^ "Popular billionaire prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin returns tithes, offering to Nigerians, Donates N300m". Fellow Press. 9 April 2020. Retrieved 9 April 2020.
- ^ "Sex scandal: What God told me about Apostle Suleman – Prophet Fufeyin". Daily Post Nigeria. April 2017. Archived from the original on 26 April 2017. Retrieved 25 April 2017.
- ^ Oyeyemi, Fadehan (5 April 2022). "Court stops IGP from arresting Delta Pastor, Ighosotu over character assassination charges". Daily Post. Archived from the original on 19 May 2023. Retrieved 2 May 2022.
- ^ "Mercy land Pastor Jeremiah Fufeyin react afta fire burn im church". BBC News Pidgin (in Nigerian Pidgin). 22 March 2023. Archived from the original on 23 March 2023. Retrieved 23 March 2023.
- ^ "TB Joshua: Megachurch leader raped and tortured worshippers, BBC finds". 8 January 2024. Archived from the original on 8 January 2024. Retrieved 15 January 2024.
- ^ "Omoto Fufeyin Slams Wise Man Harry, Others Amid BBC Revelation on T.B. Joshua". Oghwoghwa Reporters. 9 January 2024. Archived from the original on 14 January 2024. Retrieved 14 January 2024.
- ^ "Wisemen of TB Joshua called to defend him". Cameroon News Agency. 9 January 2024. Archived from the original on 18 January 2024. Retrieved 18 January 2024.
- ^ Omosola, Friday (19 August 2024). "Miracle Products: Court adjourns VeryDarkMan, Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin's case". Premium Times Nigeria. Archived from the original on 16 September 2024. Retrieved 6 October 2024.
- ^ Nigeria, Guardian (9 September 2024). "NAFDAC warns against 'miracle' products of faith-based organisations". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Archived from the original on 18 September 2024. Retrieved 6 October 2024.
- ^ Ayodele, Racheal (8 August 2024). "Prophet Jeremiah files N1bn suit against VeryDarkMan for criticising miracle soap". Daily Post Nigeria. Archived from the original on 31 August 2024. Retrieved 6 October 2024.
- ^ Azeez, Kareem (11 August 2024). "Prophet Fufeyin drops ₦1b suit against Verydarkman". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Archived from the original on 12 August 2024. Retrieved 6 October 2024.
- ^ "Prophet Fufeyin Extends Forgiveness to Social Media Activist, Very Dark Man". THISDAYLIVE. Retrieved 6 October 2024.