Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has defended General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Enoch Adeboye, while warning against rising ethnic tension and divisive rhetoric in public discourse.

Obi made the remarks in response to recent debates and criticisms circulating on social media, urging Nigerians to avoid statements that could deepen ethnic or religious divisions in Nigeria.

He said national unity remains critical at a time when the country is facing multiple economic and security challenges, stressing that leaders and public figures must promote peace and understanding.

Obi added that respected religious leaders should not be subjected to unnecessary political interpretations, especially when their messages are aimed at moral or social reflection.

His comments have generated mixed reactions online, with supporters praising his call for unity while others continue to debate the underlying issues that sparked the controversy.

The development comes amid ongoing conversations about ethnicity, religion, and political discourse in Nigeria’s public space.