Many people on social media are expressing disapproval of a banner about Jesus Christ that was displayed at the entrance of the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos State.
The banner that caused the online reaction displayed the message,”Jesus Christ is not God. He is a Prophet and Messenger of God!”
This inscription sparked a wave of diverse reactions. Some individuals argued that the message constituted blasphemy, while others maintained that the sentiment has been affirmed by numerous religious leaders.
One Twitter user, identified by the handle @Fisayo Ojabodu, expressed disapproval, stating, “The banner is disrespectful to the religious beliefs of others and promotes a misguided agenda”
Nigerian actress, Wumi Tuase, took to her X and expressed displeasure saying, “I don’t like to get into religious conversations but I found it very weird that Lekki Central Mosque has this in front of their gate.”
A user named @FS Yusuf tweeted:
“Christianity is actually a religion of peace.
“In the last two decades, my family church has been set on fire by Muslim extremists for ridiculous reasons such as religious extremism and Buhari losing his 2011 election.
“This is the reality for hundreds of churches and also innocent individuals accused of blasphemy. If this write-up was done by a Christian organisation, we won’t be here typing. Until we learn to uphold tolerance, we can’t make progress as a pluralistic society.”
“Jesus is God, Jesus is your King and Jesus will pass judgment on all. For judgment will only be fair through him that has walked in your flesh and felt your pain,” observed GeradTheGreat.
Another user on X, Expope said, “The late Deborah they set on fire has not done up to this before they all joined hands to set her on fire.”
On X, another user identified as @ChristTheLighthouse opined, “We as Christians accept criticism, backlash, rejection, and even insults. Our Lord and savior whom we believe and serve received more up to the point of death! He prayed for unbelievers and his persecutors and killers.
“The gospel of repentance and conversion into Christianity and acceptance of Jesus as ones personal Lord and Saviour is never by force, war, coercion or propaganda…it’s by the gentle acts of the Holy Spirit of God. That is the game changer. It’s a personal experience. Ask Saul (later Paul) of Tarsus!”
Muhammad Shaikhan offered a different perspective, stating, “The beauty of this drama between Christians and Muslims is that everyone of us knows that God is one. God is always a God. We can’t substitute God with anybody. The argument is all about the teaching of Jesus and that of Prophet Muhammad, Peace be upon them. So I don’t vex.”
Abdul’fattah Muhdl’awwal asserted, “Jesus himself never claimed to be God.
“You and those who share your belief are the ones who ascribe divinity to him. Therefore, the statement on the banner reflects the truth and is not blasphemous.”
Olawale, a user on Meta, stated, “The message on the banner is true.”
We are so peaceful, and we will remain peaceful, we don’t fight for our God, He fights for himself,” Joycccc wrote on Meta
A user identified by the handle @Adesuwa asserted that this action constitutes blasphemy.
