Ex-pastor explains why he left Christianity for Ifa tradition
Former pastor Olabanjo Felix has revealed why he left Christianity to embrace the indigenous Yoruba spiritual tradition, Isese. He cited widespread deceit and contradictions within Christianity as his main reasons for leaving. Felix now identifies as an Ifa priest, guided by his new mentor and spiritual community. He publicly announced his transition to stop being addressed as a pastor and to clarify his new spiritual path.
What we know
- Olabanjo Felix was previously the founder of the Image of God Evangelical and Prophetic Ministries in Ibaka, Oka Akoko, Ondo State.
- He stated that he left Christianity due to what he described as deceit and brainwashing by some pastors in Nigeria.
- Felix declared his new identity as Ifawamiri Aworanolodumare, Babalawo of Ifá, in a viral video.
- He credited his conviction to his experiences with herbs and roots, and guidance from the Araba of Isara-Remo, Olusegun Aifuwape.
- Felix alleged that some Christian clerics secretly consult Ifa practitioners for divination despite publicly condemning traditional practices.
