I Had a Vision, Not Political Ambition, to Lead Nigeria – Pastor Tunde Bakare

Pastor Tunde Bakare says he never had political ambition but a divine vision to become Nigeria’s president, emphasizing timing, purpose, and influence over power.

The cleric made this statement on Monday when he appeared as a guest on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television.

Pastor Tunde Bakare, General Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church (CGCC), has clarified that he never had political ambition but rather a divine vision to lead Nigeria.

Bakare made the statement on Monday while speaking as a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today.

He emphasized that fulfilling God’s purpose requires alignment with His timing and methods. “Anyone doing God’s work in God’s way at God’s time will never lack God’s support,” he said.

The outspoken pastor stressed that Nigeria’s problem isn’t a lack of resources, but a lack of “the right people in the right place with the right plan for the right reasons.”

He explained:

“I never had an ambition. I had a vision of becoming Nigeria’s president. There’s no age limit to it, but I’m not chasing anything. Have you seen my posters? Even during the last primaries, did you see me campaigning all over TV? I’m a gentleman. When it’s God’s time, He will make it happen.”

Bakare went on to say that influence can be even more powerful than official authority, noting that people can contribute meaningfully without holding office.

“You can offer what you know will advance the nation. Share it with whoever is in government. The time will come when opportunity will present itself. You don’t have to run after power. You don’t have to grab it by force. You want to serve? Then serve.”