Pastor Enenche slams Afrobeats as 'rubbish,' announces Sept 25 gospel youth event

Pastor Paul Enenche of Dunamis International Gospel Centre criticised Afrobeats musicians during the church's Mid-year Worship concert, calling their music 'rubbish' that lacks lyrical substance and negatively influences youth through themes like smoking Indian hemp. He urged gospel artists to create positive alternatives to counter this influence, announcing a youth fire night on September 25, 2026 featuring Prinx Emmanuel and other young music ministers.

The critique highlights ongoing tension between gospel and secular music in shaping Nigerian youth values, with Enenche arguing Afrobeats promotes harmful behaviors. He wants gospel music to be 'word-loaded' to disciple youth on avoiding negative friends and making right decisions, positioning it as a constructive alternative to what he sees as destructive secular content.

With Afrobeats dominating Nigerian airwaves, this perspective reflects broader cultural debates about music's societal impact. Will you seek out music with substantive messages for yourself or young people in your circle, or enjoy Afrobeats while critically engaging with its content?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/02/afrobeats-musicians-sing-rubbish-corrupt-youths-pastor-paul-enenche/