A recent statement by popular Nigerian singer Falz has ignited a firestorm on social media, with many criticizing his claim that fornication is not a sin. The musician, whose real name is Folarin Falana, made the assertion in a post on X, sparking a heated debate among his followers.

Falz’s statement, which challenges traditional Christian teachings, was met with swift backlash from religious users who pointed to various biblical passages that condemn fornication. The singer was accused of promoting immorality and values that contradict Christian faith, leading to a wider discussion on the influence of celebrities on personal beliefs and values.

Many of Falz’s followers took to social media to express their disappointment and disagreement with his statement. @udemeAkpan wrote, “The assertion that fornication is not a sin is a direct contradiction of core biblical teachings. The scripture explicitly commanded to ‘flee from sexual immorality’ (1 Corinthians 6:18).” Others, like @jfadconsult, were more blunt, stating, “Papa no believe in God, Pikin dey do PR for Devil.”

The criticism didn’t stop there, with some users like @MicoTNTs calling Falz an “Agent of Satan, sending people astray with useless motivation.” @omoiyapolice jokingly commented, “Lion don go born goat o,” while @BintDija wondered, “No wonder you no gree marry.” @ella_bosslady_ simply stated, “It’s a sin and it’s among the 10 commandments.”

Some users, like @drpenking, questioned Falz’s motivations, saying, “You dey follow chase clout at your age.” @Blessing_olivia provided a more detailed biblical perspective, writing, “1Cor. 6:18 went ahead to tell us too flee from it as it is even a sin against one’s own body too. The bible even asked believers in 1Cor 5:9-11 to avoid fornicators. And Galatians 5 let us know God despised Fornication. God instructed us to resist all sin but with sin of the flesh (fornication), he asked us to flee.”

The controversy surrounding Falz’s statement highlights the complex and often sensitive relationship between celebrity influence, personal beliefs, and faith. As the debate continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Falz will respond to the criticism and whether his statement will have a lasting impact on his fans and the broader conversation around morality and values.