“Man No Be God”: GehGeh Faces Heavy Backlash for Posing Like Jesus on the Cross
Self-acclaimed financial adviser and online personality, GehGeh, has stirred a storm on social media after sharing controversial photos of himself posing on a cross, a scene many described as a mockery of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
The images, which quickly went viral, drew widespread outrage from Christians who saw the act as deeply disrespectful and blasphemous. Many users on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram called on him to take down the photos and publicly apologise for what they termed an “insensitive display.”
⚡ GehGeh Responds to the Outrage
Amid the backlash, GehGeh defended his actions, saying his intention was not to offend but to remind people that “man no be God.”
In his words:
“No let anybody deceive you, man no be God and our God is a merciful God. Na una put religion for head, God no really send wetin una dey do. Just have a good heart and worship Him — stop fighting for Him.”
He urged his followers to focus on compassion, not condemnation, claiming that people often twist religion into conflict instead of embodying the love it teaches.
💬 Mixed Reactions Trail the Photos
While a few applauded his boldness, the majority of Nigerians online were outraged. Here are some of the heated comments:
@KINSH200: “Christians don see shege for entertainment industry hand.”
@youngboyy04: “I want you to recreate a Muslim content like this please, on a Friday morning.”
@Dalton_of_lagos: “40 years old man, is this what you’re doing with your life? Delete the pictures and apologise to Nigerians.”
@zeeks_official: “The pinnacle of the Christian faith is what this boy is joking with.”
@TheDoublestar_: “What’s funny about this nonsense? Y’all be fooling around and claiming to be Christians.”
@SeunGabrielO: “They find it easy to do this with Christianity. I dare him to do it with another religion.”
💭 Opinion: Freedom of Expression or Disrespect Disguised as Art?
While GehGeh’s message about mercy and love might sound harmless on the surface, his choice of imagery touches the deepest symbol of Christian faith — the crucifixion of Christ. To many believers, this isn’t just another picture or performance; it’s a sacred representation of sacrifice, redemption, and salvation.
There’s a thin line between creative expression and provocation, and GehGeh’s post seems to have crossed it. Religion remains an emotional topic, especially in a country as faith-conscious as Nigeria. Using a sacred image in the name of “message delivery” often ends up overshadowing the message itself.
At the same time, this controversy highlights a growing tension in modern society — where freedom of expression collides with moral and religious boundaries. It’s a reminder that while art and free speech are powerful, sensitivity still matters, especially when faith is involved.
Perhaps the lesson from this saga is simple: you don’t have to mock what others worship to make your point.
