A discussion on X about the declining number of young people attending church has sparked mixed reactions online. While some users expressed concern about moral decay and the loss of spiritual values among youths, others argued that organized religion has lost credibility due to hypocrisy, corruption, and repeated scandals involving church leaders.
One blunt response stood out for its cynicism: “Na people wey wicked dey go church pass.”
Translated as “It’s wicked people that go to church the most,” the comment suggests that church attendance is often performative, used as a cover for bad behavior rather than genuine faith. Critics say this mindset unfairly stereotypes believers, while supporters argue it reflects lived experiences of seeing immoral individuals hide behind religion.
Overall, the exchange highlights growing distrust toward religious institutions and why many young Nigerians feel disconnected from church culture today.
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