Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo, senior pastor of Dominion Christian Centre (DCC), has hit back at the growing backlash over the tattoo he recently revealed on his arm, insisting that critics have no authority to dictate his expressions of faith.
In a video circulating widely on social media, Pastor Okonkwo addressed his detractors with a firm tone, dismissing those who have condemned his body art as people “who did not call him” and therefore have no business in his personal choices.
Pastor Okonkwo stated that he is not accountable to online commentators and urged critics to refrain from imposing their views on others. “I don’t care about your personal opinion,” he said, adding that he is not an “emotional or temperamental Christian who would give in to online tantrums.”
The cleric, who has been a born‑again Christian and a pastor for over 30 years, emphasised that his decision is rooted in a robust biblical foundation. He said he grew up in a vibrant environment and became disillusioned with portrayals of Christianity as “boring,” asserting that Jesus Himself was not boring.
Pastor Okonkwo clarified that his ministry at DCC has always been grounded in Scripture and that he rejects anything not supported by the Word of God. He further stated that he teaches his congregation to question teachings that are not biblically based, even if those teachings come from him.
The pastor explained that the video was targeted at believers who want to deepen their understanding of the Bible, and he advised those who are not interested to simply “not bother watching.”
Critics had argued that as a cleric and leader to many, Pastor Okonkwo should refrain from what they perceive as worldly expressions such as tattoos.
However, in his response, the pastor made clear that his approach to Christianity is shaped by personal conviction and Scripture, not by popular opinion.