Yul Edochie Criticizes Nigerians for Ignoring Ancestral Heritage
Nollywood actor-turned-preacher Yul Edochie has condemned Nigerians for being more knowledgeable about biblical history than their own ancestral heritage.
Yul stated that Nigerians have been brainwashed with biblical narratives, knowing everything about Moses, Isaac, and Jacob but nothing about their own ancestors and their exploits.
He emphasized the importance of rediscovering cultural identity and exploring historical narratives specific to Nigeria, rather than solely focusing on biblical personalities.
Yul wrote on Facebook: “If you don’t know who you are and where you are coming from, you will never know where you are heading to.”
This commentary comes after Yul unveiled his church, True Salvation Ministry (TSM), in January 2024.
Key Highlights:
- Yul Edochie criticizes Nigerians for prioritizing biblical history over ancestral heritage
- He urges Nigerians to rediscover their cultural identity
- Yul emphasizes importance of knowing one’s ancestors and historical narratives
- He had recently launched his church, True Salvation Ministry (TSM)
Reactions to Yul’s statement have been mixed, with some agreeing on the need to explore Nigerian history and others defending the significance of biblical knowledge.
