In 2005, American evangelist Benny Hinn reportedly declared “$4 million down the drain!” on the final day of a three-day crusade in Nigeria, expressing regret over the programme. ▶️In an interview with Daily Sun, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, head of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), distanced himself from the controversy, saying he had provided the church’s campground for the crusade free of charge. ▶️Adeboye also complained about how Hinn had treated him throughout the three-day event. Hinn had not allowed him to address the congregation, and when he finally acknowledged him publicly on the last day, he reportedly called him on stage and said, “I don’t know your name, but they say your name is Bro. Enoch, come let me pray for you.” ▶️Daily Sun reported that Hinn may have been frustrated by the low turnout, which was affected by a strike by petrol tanker drivers that caused fuel scarcity and disrupted transport. ▶️Hinn also criticised local organisers for charging pastors ₦1,000 each to attend the Ministers’ Conference held as part of the programme. ▶️Bishop Joseph Obembe, the crusade coordinator, said only about $1 million had been spent locally. He also alleged that Hinn’s team took a large share of the offerings back to America, despite an earlier agreement that the money would be used to settle outstanding bills.