Video: Paul Adefarasin addresses viral gun video

Abdullateef Fowewe

Pastor Paul Adefarasin, the Senior Pastor of all House on the Rock Churches, has addressed the backlash following the spread of a viral video that generated significant speculation online.

Video link: https://x.com/dailyeconews/status/1931657790763753474?s=12

In the footage circulating on social media, Adefarasin seemingly appears to point at an object that many viewers assumed was a gun while stopped in traffic.

The event reportedly unfolded when a content creator recognised the pastor and lowered his car window.

In response to the controversy, Pastor Adefarasin clarified the incident in an official statement via his X (formerly Twitter).

He wrote, “Dear Family, Trusting that this meets you well, winning and on top of the tests of life.

“You might be aware of a video which has been circulating on social media showing me in what some have misunderstood as brandishing a firearm. I want to assure you of this — that was certainly not a firearm, and at no point did I point such at anyone.

“We understand the concern that this accusation may have caused, and we will speak briefly to this mischief during the 9:00 am service tomorrow. Thank you for your patience and understanding.”