Yul Edochie Sparks Debate on Pastors and Native Doctors
In yet another controversial twist, Nollywood actor and self-proclaimed cleric, Yul Edochie, has stirred the waters of faith and tradition by suggesting that many Nigerian pastors are, in fact, destined to be native doctors.
The actor-turned-cleric expressed his thoughts on social media, where he claimed that Western influence and negative portrayals in movies have stigmatised native doctors, driving many individuals to the pulpit instead of their original calling.
Edochie, known for his bold and unfiltered opinions, believes that being a native doctor is a divine calling and not the “evil” stereotype portrayed in Nigerian movies and societal narratives.
“Being a native doctor is a divine call from God Almighty,” he wrote. “It means you have been chosen to help humanity. A true native doctor fights evil unless he decides to be evil, just as a pastor can also decide to be evil.”
In his post, Edochie urged clerics to embrace their true destinies, suggesting that ignoring such a calling could lead to an unfulfilled life.
Challenging the Narrative
Edochie pointed a finger at Western influence and the Nollywood industry for demonizing native doctors and African traditional practices. He argued that this has brainwashed society into equating native doctors with wrongdoing, forcing many individuals to pursue roles as pastors or clerics to gain acceptance.
“Many pastors today actually have the calling to be native doctors, but they are refusing to answer the call because oyibo people brainwashed us to believe it is evil.”
Mixed Reactions
As expected, Edochie’s statements have sparked heated debates on social media. While some applaud his boldness in challenging societal norms, others criticize his view as overly simplistic and dismissive of the complexities surrounding faith and traditional practices.
Regardless of the controversy, Yul Edochie continues to make headlines, blending his dual roles as an actor and a self-styled cleric to address topics that provoke conversation and introspection.
What’s your take on Edochie’s remarks? Are native doctors misunderstood heroes, or is this another polarizing claim from the actor? Join the conversation in the comments!
