Bishop Ighele reveals why Valentine’s Day must be banned in Nigeria

Bishop Charles Ighele, the General Superintendent of the Holy Spirit Mission, has called for the ban of Valentine’s Day celebrations in Nigeria, citing concerns over moral decay and the promotion of illicit activities.

In a discussion with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Ighele asserted that Valentine’s Day has deviated from its original purpose of promoting humanitarian efforts and supporting the less fortunate.

He described the day as a “deception from the devil,” branding it a “universal day of immorality.”

The bishop argued that the observance of Valentine’s Day is linked to the Roman deity of love, Cupid, which he claims incites sexual desires and encourages immoral behavior among the youth. He urged authorities to implement a ban on the celebration, emphasizing its harmful influence on society.

“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 referenced in Ephesians 6:11-12,” he stated.

“Cupid is the Roman name for the Greek god of love, Eros. The English word ‘erotic’ originates from Eros.

“The dictionary defines ‘erotic’ as relating to or tending to arouse sexual desire or excitement.

“The celebration of this day inspires sexual feelings in people and promotes sexual entertainment, further institutionalizing immorality,” he concluded.

The bishop remains firm in his belief that banning Valentine’s Day would help curb moral decline and protect the values of Nigerian society.