Chike Ezekpeazu, the Nigerian music star, has spoken about the reasons he stopped going to church frequently.
In an interview with VJ Adams, he revealed that running into someone from his past at a church made him feel uncomfortable, bringing back memories that made attending services difficult.
The singer said he stayed only briefly before deciding to leave.
Chike made it clear that stepping away from church does not mean he lost his belief in God.
He recalled a time early in his career when he prayed for guidance while living in Primewater Gardens with his girlfriend, seeking help during a period when he felt alone and uncertain about his future.
He also mentioned a strange experience shortly after releasing his first album when he accidentally consumed a strong edible and felt disoriented for several days.
Despite such moments, Chike said he learned the importance of living rightly and treating others well, regardless of whether he follows church rituals.
He said, “The person leading the praise and worship and I had history. I was having flashbacks, and I felt out of place. I stayed only a week before leaving.
“It’s not because I don’t believe in God. I do.
“I just prayed, ‘God, I don’t have anybody. I don’t have anything. Just help me.
“A few days after my album release, I accidentally consumed something strong and didn’t even know where I was.
“Church is not for me. There are things I enjoy that I wouldn’t be able to do there.
“What matters most is doing right by people. Being Christian doesn’t mean you have to live in a certain way. Doing good for others is what counts.”
