Pastor Tunde Bakare, the Serving Overseer of Citadel Global Community Church, has clarified his recent comment about the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the 2006 ADC plane crash. At a news conference in Lagos, Bakare said he was misquoted and that his reference to the crash was a metaphor, not an attempt to mock the ADC party or the victims.
The controversy began when Bakare, who is also the Founder and Board Chairman of the Citadel School of Government, spoke on October 4 about being approached by some ADC members to join their party. During that briefing he alluded to the ADC flight, a remark that commentators linked to the 2006 crash. Bakare explained that the allusion was intended to convey that power is transient and that leaders must serve the people. He compared his use of the ADC airline reference to the way the Titanic is sometimes invoked as a metaphor for impending danger, noting that public commentators had deliberately tied his comment to the tragedy.
Bakare emphasized that the Citadel School of Government is non‑partisan and open to all Nigerians who wish to make a positive impact. He reiterated that the school has no affiliation with any political party and is committed to fostering a new Nigeria that works for every citizen. His clarification comes amid concerns that his remark might have been perceived as insensitive or partisan. He reaffirmed his dedication to nation‑building and his goal of creating a peaceful, progressive, and prosperous Nigeria.
The incident has sparked a broader discussion about the use of metaphors in public discourse, the importance of clear communication, and the need for accuracy and context in reporting. As the debate continues, it remains to be seen how the ADC party and other stakeholders will respond to Bakare’s clarification.
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