A resurfaced video clip featuring the lead pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Dr. Paul Enenche, has ignited a flurry of reactions online. In the now-viral snippet, Pastor Enenche candidly shared that he chose to marry his wife, Dr. Becky Enenche, despite her appearance at the time they first met.

Speaking from the pulpit to his congregation, the Benue State-born cleric, known for his impactful sermons and leadership of the prominent church, stated unequivocally, "If sight was leading me, I wouldn't marry my wife."

Pastor Enenche further elaborated, mentioning that he and his wife have even shared this with their children. He described Dr. Becky's appearance during their initial acquaintance as "anyhow" and that she "never cared for nothing," attributing this to her demanding schedule as a medical student.

He recounted, "If sight was leading me, I wouldn't marry my wife. I told my children the other day and they were all laughing. And she told them herself."

Continuing, he painted a picture of his wife's priorities at the time: "Why? Because at that time, she never cared for nothing. She just was anyhow. That is, medical student: didn't care for anything. The hair was plaited mat permanently. She wore any dress available: shapeless."

Dr. Becky Enenche, who was present and seated before the congregation in the video, responded with laughter and corroborated her husband's account. She admitted that her wardrobe primarily consisted of A-line skirts and "jump-up" (puff) sleeves during their early interactions.

Adding another layer to his recollection, Pastor Paul Enenche noted the presence of other individuals who might have been considered more outwardly appealing, stating, "There were flashy people around — very flashy. They were also spiritual and flashy. But God led otherwise."

Concluding his point, he offered a piece of advice to his congregation: "Not everything that looks good in the moment has a future."

Reactions Range from Displeasure to Defense

The resurfacing of this clip has triggered a wave of diverse reactions across Nigerian social media platforms. While some netizens have expressed strong disapproval of the pastor's remarks, others have defended his statement, interpreting it through a spiritual lens. The trend of pastors publicly discussing their wives has also drawn criticism from some quarters.

Prominent influencer Rinu Oduala voiced her concern on X, questioning, "Why is it always the pastors? And why is it always about women’s subjugation?"

Another X user echoed this sentiment, writing, "It's so crazy that someone will say this about his wife."

A different commenter expressed sympathy for Dr. Becky, stating, "And the wife will hear their so-called husband say this, and they’ll still stay in the marriage knowing that their husband is managing them."

However, many have come to Pastor Enenche's defense, interpreting his words within a Christian framework. One netizen wrote, "How is this a problematic statement for a Christian? 'We walk by faith and not by sight.' The way I look now, any babe that marries me can never be sight. Na GREAT FAITH."

Another user suggested the clip was being intentionally misconstrued, commenting, "Obviously this statement is pulled out to cause trouble. Every man knows if you want to marry according to the will of God for your life. You can’t lead with your sight unless you will marry Wrong."

Pastor Paul Enenche and Dr. Becky Enenche (née Inyangbe Ibu) have been married since 1994 and are the parents of four children. Their long-standing union and visible partnership within their ministry often serve as an example to their followers.

The contrasting interpretations of Pastor Enenche's words highlight the complex interplay of faith, personal relationships, and public discourse in Nigeria's vibrant online space. While some view his statement as potentially insensitive, others see it as a testament to a deeper, divinely guided connection that transcends superficial appearances. The debate surrounding the clip is likely to continue as more Nigerians weigh in on the pastor's candid reflection on his marriage.