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I Have a First-Class Brain” — Odumeje Claims He’s Smarter Than Many Graduates, Advises Parents on Course Choices

Popular Nigerian clergyman and self-acclaimed prophet, Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere, widely known as Odumeje or “The Indabosky Bahose,” has once again stirred social media conversation with his bold statement about intelligence, education, and parental responsibility.

Speaking during a recent church service, the flamboyant preacher declared that he is “more intelligent than many university graduates”, describing himself as a man with a “first-class certificate brain.” Eyes Of Lagos reports,

Odumeje, known for his eccentric preaching style and unconventional sermons, used the opportunity to advise parents on how to guide their children in selecting university courses wisely.

Odumeje Cautions Parents Against Random Course Selection

Addressing his congregation, Odumeje criticized the common practice among Nigerian parents who allow their children to study whatever course is available, especially when admission slots are limited.

He urged families to be intentional when helping their children choose academic paths, insisting that education should be purposeful, not accidental.

“This is not the time to tell your daughter to pick any course because that’s what the school has left,” Odumeje warned. “Don’t do it. Choose a serious course that aligns with her purpose. Education must make sense, not just fill space.”

The pastor stressed that many young people end up regretting their career choices because they were pressured into studying subjects that neither match their passion nor reflect their strengths. According to him, parents play a crucial role in shaping the direction of their children’s future and must take that role seriously.

“I Have a First-Class Certificate Brain” — Odumeje Boasts

In his trademark charismatic tone, Odumeje claimed that his intelligence and life experience surpass those of many university graduates.

Despite not having a formal academic background, he insisted that his exposure, street-smart wisdom, and divine insight have given him a deep understanding of human potential and success.

“That I have not been to the university doesn’t mean I don’t have sense,” he said. “I am more intelligent than many educated people. If it’s about the brain, I have a first-class certificate brain.”

He added that being educated does not automatically equate to being wise, stressing that practical intelligence and life experience are often more valuable than mere classroom knowledge.

Odumeje’s words have since gone viral, drawing mixed reactions from Nigerians across social media platforms.
Mixed Reactions Trail Odumeje’s Statement

Following the viral clip, Nigerians on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook flooded comment sections with diverse opinions.

While some netizens mocked the pastor’s self-acclaimed “first-class brain,” others defended his message, noting that his point about purposeful education was valid.

A user wrote: “Odumeje might sound funny, but he’s right. Too many parents just want their kids to go to university without thinking about what course fits their future.”

Another commented sarcastically: “So Indabosky now has a PhD in street wisdom. Congratulations to the first-class brain!”

Education advocates, however, noted that his message sheds light on a real problem in Nigeria’s education system — the tendency for students to settle for random courses due to poor guidance or limited options during admission.

Purposeful Education and the Power of Guidance

Beyond the viral buzz, Odumeje’s sermon highlighted a deeper societal issue: the disconnect between academic qualifications and personal talent.

Many Nigerian graduates struggle with unemployment or career dissatisfaction because they studied fields unrelated to their passion. Odumeje urged parents to rethink this culture and instead help their children discover their strengths early, ensuring that education becomes a tool for fulfillment, not frustration.

He emphasized that while he may not possess a university degree, he has achieved success through vision, self-belief, and mental sharpness — qualities he believes formal education alone cannot guarantee.
Conclusion: “Wisdom Is Not Tied to a Degree”

Odumeje’s message has once again demonstrated his flair for mixing humor, provocation, and truth in his sermons. Though his claim of having a “first-class certificate brain” sparked laughter, it also reignited a national conversation about what it truly means to be intelligent.

For many, his statement serves as a reminder that education without purpose is incomplete, and wisdom can come from both experience and enlightenment — not just the four walls of a classroom.

https://eyesoflagos.com/odumeje-intelligence-graduates-first-class-brain-education-advice/

If you can be pulling off those cons and getting away with them, then you are definitely smarter than some people.

Typical chest beater.

The "I can feed your family for "teng yearzz" gang.

Absolutely Correct and Right.

The number of people that gather there only to receive miracles and be entertained by him goes to reveal the thought process of many across the country, with university graduates inclusive.

He's absolutely right, many don't think 🤷🏿

I agree with him
If not most graduates won't go to him seeking miracles that are not there.

ODUMEJE my Man.
Why won't you say that when all the church members are first-class members.

You are very correct o my brother, you are far more intelligent than every single person who attends that your church, not with the intention to laugh, but with the intention of coming to listen to the word of God.

Cos there is no way a normal person can sit and be listening to such a man claiming to preach the Bible.

Liquid metal. The metal wife. And small small metal.

I may agree because most first class are trained to work for others but he started his business from scratch.

drlaykay:
I agree with him
If not most graduates won't go to him seeking miracles that are not there.

If you were a graduate, you wouldn't use the word "most."

One thing about ignorant people is that they are very arrogant and proud. For me, I don’t ever correct them.

I like Odumeje actually, I can pay to have front seat in his church and laugh out to my heart's content.

Jokes apart, he is right about choosing courses that align with the child's purpose.

You will be surprised that behind all his foolery, he is actually smart.

You have to act gullible to attract gullibles who feel threatened by smart people.

Only smart people can actually act gullible to deceive gullibles.

Mod watching to ban people if they don't like the comment

You said it yourself bros

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I Have a First-Class Brain” — Odumeje Claims He’s Smarter Than Many Graduates, Advises Parents on Course Choices



https://eyesoflagos.com/odumeje-intelligence-graduates-first-class-brain-education-advice/

He is not too old to still go to school.
Talk is cheap.

Let's agree with him, but turn a deaf ear to whatever he says........ 👂😂👂😂👂

He dey take style yab obee...the third class gbajueeee

Confirmed,if not no school cert holder should even be in your congregation…altimately it is the first class brain that you are using for your members

He is right! He is smarter than those graduates in his church!

Congrats to him.

It's his dumb followers that I pity.

Nwaikpe:
If you were a graduate, you wouldn't use the word "most."

Thank you dear

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No be by cho Cho Cho. Let him write Jamb and enter university then let's see how far. Let him show workings.

I don't really understand his obsession with grajets The first question he asks during his Q&A session is, Are you a grajet? That's the height of inferiority complex because nothing stops him from getting a degree from NOUN.

First class demonic brain.
Magician parading as a preacher.

Smart enough to be able to scam the gullible moomoos that are attending his business center religious scam. Yes he's right.

That's how every illiterate tries to look down on struggling graduates. It pains them when they see their mate graduating and also makes them happy when they are more financially better than graduates. I try as much as possible not to mention my educational status when looking for help from illiterates, they can never help you knowing full well that you are educated (intimidation)

APOPTOSIS:
Absolutely Correct and Right.

The number of people that gather there only to receive miracles and be entertained by him goes to reveal the thought process of many across the country, with university graduates inclusive.

No be lie he's very correct 💯 looking at the number of people seated here tells you how ignorant his congregations are and you will find graduates scattered all over everywhere

If he can pull those crowds, then he’s probably right.

Skydivine:
One thing about ignorant people is that they are very arrogant and proud. For me, I don’t ever correct them.

He is very correct and he is actually more intelligent than most graduates . Why would someone go to university to study political science , pub admin etc which are not aligned with his dream ? Your father has over 40 acres of land and you are verse in agriculture due to your years of practice, instead of you to go to university to sturdy agriculture and broaden your scope , you go to the university to study admin when you know you have zero chance of practicing what you studied . That is madness . Education supposed to bring enlightenment not stupidity