Yul Edochie has sparked controversy by stating that he was given a divine message tasking him with leading others back to their traditional roots. He claimed that God has chosen him to educate Africans about their cultural heritage, highlighting that these traditions are sacred and offer a spiritual journey.
Proud of his heritage as a traditionalist, Yul Edochie criticized the impact of Western culture on Africans, suggesting that it has caused shame among many about their cultural background.
He reiterated his commitment to his Igbo roots, declaring that he will never be ashamed of his traditional customs and beliefs.
He said: “God gave me a clear and direct message. Lead my people back to their traditional ways. For their ways are approved by me the Lord God Almighty.
“Oyibo people really messed us up.
They succeeded in making Africans feel inferior to them. Now many Africans are ashamed of identifying with their traditional ways and culture, because of what people will say.
“TUFIAKWA! I Chief Yul Edochie, Isi Mmili Ji Ofor 1 of Igbo Land will never be inferior to any human being. Neither will I ever be ashamed of my roots. NEVER. I’m a proud, hardcore Traditionalist.”
