Rev. Kesiena Esiri Questions Christian Engagement with BBNaija, Saida Boj, and Peller’s Online Influence [VIDEO]

 

Reverend Kesiena Esiri, the outspoken founder of Remnant Christian Network, has taken a bold stance against what he perceives as the growing influence of secular entertainment and online personalities on Christian minds. In a charged sermon delivered to his congregation, the cleric openly criticized believers who devote their attention to figures like Saida Boj, Peller, and the widely followed reality TV show Big Brother Naija (BBNaija).

His concern stems from what he describes as a spiritual drift among Christians who appear to invest more time in popular trends than in personal growth or biblical reflection. During the message, which quickly gained traction on social media, Reverend Esiri posed a provocative question to his audience: “What exactly are you gaining as a Christian from following Saida Boj or Big Brother Naija? How is it feeding your soul? What are you learning from Peller?”

The rhetorical challenge was met with a mixture of reactions, both in church and online, where clips of his sermon have sparked widespread debate. For Reverend Esiri, however, the issue is not merely one of personal taste or harmless entertainment. It is, in his words, a matter of spiritual integrity and focus.

Peller, a popular TikTok personality known for his dramatic videos and recent appearances in church-themed content, was at the center of the preacher’s criticism. A video showing Peller speaking in tongues alongside gospel artist Ebuka Songs had made waves online, drawing both praise and skepticism. Reverend Esiri did not hold back in his opinion, calling the performance a mockery of sacred Christian practices.

“Tongues and prophecy are not for show, they are holy gifts. What Peller did was nothing short of clownery. He mocks what many of us revere,” the cleric said with conviction.

He accused such public displays of turning spirituality into performance art, diluting its purpose and confusing genuine seekers of faith. According to Esiri, when individuals who have no known Christian foundation begin to portray themselves as spiritual leaders or vessels, it sends the wrong message to younger believers who may lack the discernment to distinguish between authentic worship and internet theatrics.

The sermon also took aim at the BBNaija reality show, which continues to draw millions of Nigerian viewers annually. While many see the show as a form of entertainment or cultural phenomenon, Reverend Esiri sees it as a distraction that pulls believers away from time spent with God.

“Hours are lost, watching people argue, flirt, and fight on television, yet we say we are too busy for prayer or Scripture,” he lamented. “There’s nothing spiritually nourishing about the program. It’s noise, and it clutters the mind.”

Saida Boj, a social media influencer known for her controversial takes and online persona, was also not spared. While Reverend Esiri did not elaborate on specific behaviors, his mention of her name along with Peller and BBNaija suggested his disapproval of what he termed “cultural influencers who do not align with kingdom values.”

His words were a call to reflection, urging Christians to consider the nature of the content they consume and the figures they admire. Rather than simply entertaining themselves, Reverend Esiri implored believers to ask whether their daily habits bring them closer to their faith or further away.

The reaction from the Christian community has been mixed. Some have applauded the pastor’s courage in speaking against cultural trends that many church leaders avoid addressing directly. Others feel the message, though well-intentioned, risks coming across as overly harsh or dismissive of individual freedoms.

On social media, the debate rages on. Clips of the sermon, especially the segments focused on Peller’s video, have been reposted with commentary ranging from praise to parody. Many argue that public figures, regardless of background, should be allowed to express faith in their own way, while others stand with Reverend Esiri, insisting that sacred things must be approached with reverence.

What cannot be denied is that the sermon has ignited an important conversation. At its core, Reverend Esiri’s message is not one of condemnation, but one of caution. His appeal to the Christian community is simple: choose wisely what you feed your soul with.

In a media-saturated world where attention is the new currency, his words challenge Christians to consider whether their loyalties lie with fleeting trends or with enduring truth. Whether or not they agree with his delivery, many are now asking themselves: What am I really gaining from the voices I follow?

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