Apostle Femi Lazarus, founder of Sphere of Light Church, has disabled comments on his official Instagram account following backlash over his remarks regarding the United States’ involvement in Nigeria’s domestic matters.
The controversy stems from US President Donald Trump naming Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” due to alleged attacks on Christians.
In a widely shared video, Apostle Lazarus claimed that America’s interest in Nigeria is not driven by humanitarian concerns but by a strategy to exploit and divide the nation for its own benefit. He referenced incidents that occurred during former President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration to support his point.
The Apostle also noted that nations abundant in mineral resources often attract foreign powers seeking influence and control.
After receiving criticism from Nigerians, including members of the Christian community, Apostle Lazarus limited who could comment on his Instagram posts. The platform now displays “Comments have been limited,” indicating that only selected users such as followers or an approved audience can respond. This measure is typically used to prevent negative feedback, spam, or abusive remarks.
See screenshot of post below:
Read some comments below:
@InibeheEffiong:”I genuinely like @FemiLazarus_ and some I genuinely like @FemiLazarus_ and some of his messages. My admiration for him once led me to his Church, Sphere of Light in Ikeja, on a given Sunday for service. However, I have noticed that he has been changing in ways that aren’t admirable.”
@SpiricocoNg:”Femi Lazarus, one day you will stand before God and give an account. This man, Evangelist Ezekiel Dachomo, has buried more Christians murdered by Muslim terrorists than you have planted church branches.”
@amuta_ann:”The difference between Femi Lazarus & Paul Enenche is they both have different experiences with Muslim extremists in Nigeria. This is why we can’t take Lagosians serious in this matter. They have no stake and are shielded from the atrocities committed against Christians up North.”
@real_POK:”Femi Lazarus is a motivational speaker, he’s not a pastor.”
@kennethvifah77:”Apostle Femi Lazarus knows exactly what he is doing. HE IS NOT IGNORANT and he is a disgrace of a Pastor.”
