Controversial Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has opened up about his spiritual journey, revealing why he transitioned from Christianity to embracing traditional worship.

In 2023, the actor publicly declared his calling to Christian ministry, announcing plans to establish his own church. However, in a surprising turn, he recently disclosed that despite preaching the gospel, he felt an overwhelming sense of emptiness.

"I felt incomplete," he confessed, explaining that his search for fulfillment led him to seek divine direction. According to Edochie, during this period of spiritual unrest, he received a message from God urging him to reconnect with his ancestral roots in Nteje, his hometown.

"Then God said to me, ‘Go home and know about your people. You cannot be preaching about the people of Israel, yet you know nothing about the people of Nteje. Go home and learn the traditional worship and ways of your people, for they’re approved by God,’" he revealed.

Edochie clarified that his decision was not a rejection of Christianity but rather a realization that traditional worship is equally recognized by God. He emphasized that since making this shift, he has found a sense of spiritual completeness that had previously eluded him.

"Now, I feel whole," he stated, noting that embracing his ancestral beliefs has given him a deeper connection to his heritage and a renewed sense of belonging.

His revelation has sparked mixed reactions, with some applauding his boldness in embracing his cultural roots, while others question the authenticity of his spiritual transformation. Despite the controversy, Edochie remains steadfast in his belief that he is following divine instruction.