Primate Ayodele Warns Tinubu: ‘Stop FBI From Releasing Your Records’

Primate Elijah Ayodele, leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has warned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to do everything possible to prevent the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) from releasing documents reportedly connected to him.

Ayodele issued the warning amid renewed controversy surrounding records that US authorities are being asked to disclose in connection with an old investigation involving the Nigerian president.

According to the cleric, the potential release of the documents could have serious political consequences for Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

“If those documents come out, it will end Tinubu’s second term because the power behind it is heavy,” Ayodele warned.

Ayodele: America Could Become Tinubu’s Major Problem

Ayodele further claimed that the United States could become one of the biggest challenges facing the Tinubu administration as the 2027 election approaches.

He alleged that there were plans for additional documents concerning the President to be made public.

“If America is ready, they will release it, and that’s why I said America is one of Tinubu’s problems,” the cleric said, according to reports.

Ayodele also warned that the controversy could have wider implications for Nigeria's political environment, claiming that the release of the documents could trigger serious political consequences.

Records Linked To Old US Investigation

The controversy centres on records reportedly held by US agencies concerning an old investigation involving Tinubu. Reports have connected the records to allegations involving drug trafficking and related financial investigations.

However, the existence of records, an investigation or allegations does not by itself establish that Tinubu committed a crime. This distinction is important as the issue continues to generate political debate.

The matter has also attracted attention from political opponents, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who has advocated greater disclosure of the records.

Rufai Oseni Reacts

The development has also sparked reactions among Nigerian commentators and journalists, with broadcaster Rufai Oseni reportedly challenging Ayodele's position.

The debate has centred on whether a religious leader should advise a political leader to prevent the release of potentially damaging records or instead encourage transparency.

The controversy comes at a politically sensitive time, with Nigeria already moving toward the 2027 general elections.

Ayodele had previously warned in his 2026 prophetic publication that the United States could put pressure on the Tinubu administration and that documents could be used against the President.

Political Fallout Could Be Significant

Whether the records are eventually released and what they might contain remains a matter of ongoing dispute and legal proceedings. For now, Ayodele's warning has added another layer to the increasingly heated political conversation surrounding Tinubu, the United States and the 2027 election.

The issue is likely to remain a major talking point as political parties and presidential contenders position themselves ahead of the next election.