The day is associated with a romantic demon known as Cupid – Bishop Ighele calls for the ban of Valentine’s day
Bishop Charles Ighele, General Superintendent of the Holy Spirit Mission, has called for a ban on Valentine’s Day celebrations in Nigeria, citing its association with illicit sexual activities and the promotion of romantic relationships.
In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), he argued that the day has deviated from its original intent of aiding the needy and supporting humanitarian efforts. Describing it as a “deception from the devil” and a “universal day of immorality,” he linked the celebration to the Roman god Cupid, whom he claims incites sexual desires.
Ighele urged authorities to prohibit the observance of Valentine’s Day, warning of its negative impact on youths. He called on the government, religious institutions, schools, and families to foster values that promote social and moral development, asserting that banning the celebration would help prevent societal decay.
“The day is associated with a romantic demon known as Cupid. This demon is one of the rulers of the darkness of this world as found in Ephesians 6 verses 11 and 12,” he said.
“Cupid is the Roman name for the Greek god of love known as Eros. The English word erotic has its root in Eros.
“The dictionary defines the word erotic as relating to or tendency to arouse sexual desire or excitement.
”The celebration of the day inspires s3xual feelings on people and spread s3xual entertainment in order to further institutionalise s3x,” he said.
