In a surprising turn of events, Nigerian actor Yul Edochie is under fire from Nigerians after his prophetic claim about the Super Eagles winning the AFCON 2023 finale against Ivory Coast failed to come to pass. The actor, who recently embarked on a journey into online ministry, had confidently predicted the victory in a post on Sunday, February 11.
Following Nigeria's disappointing 2-1 loss to Ivory Coast, Edochie took to social media to commend the Super Eagles, stating, "it is well." However, this seemingly casual response did not sit well with some Nigerians who had placed faith in Edochie's prediction.
The actor's social media accounts quickly became a battleground as users flooded his comments with a mix of disappointment, skepticism, and outright criticism. One user questioned, "Daddy you sure say na God call you so?" while another accused him of mocking God, citing previous unsuccessful predictions.
Several users highlighted Edochie's earlier prophecy about Nigeria's match against South Africa, where he had predicted a surprise victory for South Africa, only to witness the opposite outcome. The actor's credibility was further questioned as fans expressed dissatisfaction with the accuracy of his predictions.
Comments ranged from lighthearted jabs, with users jokingly suggesting that Edochie should refrain from making prophecies to more serious accusations of being a "fake prophet" and bringing bad luck. Some users even suggested that the actor was the reason for Nigeria's loss, claiming that God had exposed him.
Despite the online backlash, there were a few who expressed sympathy and urged others to be less harsh, acknowledging the unpredictable nature of football matches. Edochie's response to the criticism remains measured, with no indication of whether he will continue making public predictions.
This incident raises broader questions about the intersection of celebrities, social media, and the credibility of online ministries.
