Veteran Nollywood actor, Yemi Solade, has revealed why he has stayed away from church services for more than a decade, citing personal experiences that clashed with his career and peace of mind.

 

Speaking on the Honest Bunch Podcast, Solade said the turning point came in 2013 when a pastor at his former church instructed him to stop accepting acting jobs scheduled on Sundays.

 

The actor explained that the directive made him uncomfortable as it directly interfered with his profession and livelihood.

 

“If you see me in a church, it’s probably because we’re filming. Back in 2013, I went to church with my wife, and the pastor told me not to take jobs on Sundays. That same work he wanted me to avoid is what puts money in my pocket and allows me to give offerings. That was when I decided to stop,” Solade said.

 

He stressed that contrary to the belief that life would deteriorate without regular church attendance, his life has remained peaceful and stable since stepping back.

 

According to him, avoiding constant pressure from church committees and programs has allowed him to focus more on his family and acting career.

 

“The notion that if you don’t attend church, one’s life will nosedive, I have not seen anything change. Rather, I have peace, I do well, because everyday of my life when I was going to church, I got messages, all sorts of disturbances,” he added.

 

 

Solade clarified that his decision was not a rejection of faith, but a conscious move to avoid unhealthy pressures that could hinder personal growth and productivity.