As the newest staff member, Gold Igwe was called upon to lead the opening prayer. He politely refused, explaining that he had “deconstructed from Christianity” and no longer aligned with those beliefs. The following day, he was asked to check his email; he had been terminated.
In the emotional video, which is now making the rounds on social media, Igwe appears visibly disappointed. “Is that even a Christ-like behavior?” he asked as he explained his frustration with the Christian religion.
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The accounting graduate recounted his previous viral video from 2025 where he narrated why he believes “the Redeemed Christian Church of God is the fakest and most unrealistic church in the whole world.” According to him, after the video blew up, he received messages from pastors offering mentorship and “restoration,” as well as from concerned individuals who “helped in a way.”
Critics call what he went through religious discrimination and a violation of rights. They argue that workplaces should prioritize skills over enforced prayer. Some even urged him to sue for wrongful termination.
Supporters stress cultural and organizational fit in a deeply religious society. They see his refusal as insubordination and advise adapting (e.g., leading a neutral prayer) to keep the job.
Others call for separating faith from work while they lament how religion often overshadows competence in Nigeria’s tough job market.
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The Twist
Igwe seems to believe a woman with the same emotional story from his previous viral post would have received far more help and compassion.
“My point is, if I was a lady that had this vitality, help would have come… it’s just sad, with the whole drama; no help, no nothing. People come on the internet to express their grievances, to say what they feel and they get help, but my own case is not the same and it’s crazy,” Igwe further explained.
His outburst suggests that he posted expecting practical support like others often get, but received little, which left him feeling slighted. However, he went on to plead with viewers to help him get a job, listing his skills.
In an ideal world, workplaces would prioritize merit, respect individual convictions, and keep religious activities voluntary and personal but Nigeria is not an ideal place.
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