The founder of Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo, has urged Nigerians to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of the 2027 general elections, saying every citizen has a constitutional right to participate in deciding who governs the country.
Oyedepo made the call on Sunday while delivering a sermon titled “Breaking the Curses of Life” during a church service at Canaanland, Ota, Ogun State.
Addressing the congregation, the cleric encouraged Christians to actively participate in the electoral process, describing it as a civic responsibility that should not be ignored.
“We have a civic responsibility as responsible citizens of our various nations,” he said.
Highlighting the global reach of the church, Oyedepo urged members to obtain their voter cards and vote according to their convictions.
“This church is today in 144 nations. Endeavour to secure your voter’s card. You are men and women of the Spirit and should know, based on your personal conviction, who to cast your vote for,” he said.
He stressed that Nigerians are not spectators in the affairs of their country but have the right to influence leadership through the ballot box.
“We are not passers-by in our nations. We are bona fide citizens of the nation and we have a right to participate in who governs us,” Oyedepo said.
“So please go ahead. It is part of our policy and you will find it in the mandate. Ensure that you secure your voter’s right.”
The bishop, however, reaffirmed the church’s non-partisan position, noting that he had never contested for political office or campaigned for votes.
“I have never carried a ballot box in my life, so I am not going to ask anyone to vote for me. I am already voted for,” he said.
“But we have a right to determine who rules us. And this church, with the millions that we have, has a say in it. So be part of it.”
