Solomon Buchi Criticizes Pastor Jamal Bryant Over Wife’s Dressing Defence

Nigerian life coach and social media commentator Solomon Buchi has publicly criticised U.S.-based preacher Pastor Jamal Bryant over his response to online reactions concerning his wife’s outfit, which ignited a broader debate on modesty and public perception.

The issue arose after Pastor Bryant addressed criticisms during a church service about a gown worn by his wife, Dr. Karri Turner Bryant, which some observers described as revealing. In his remarks, Bryant said he personally purchased the outfit, dismissed critics as insecure and overly judgmental, and urged people to focus instead on the event’s philanthropic impact and wider societal issues.

Reacting to the sermon, Solomon Buchi took to social media to fault Bryant’s approach, arguing that defending his wife’s attire from the pulpit was misplaced. In a video shared on Instagram and other platforms, Buchi described the pastor’s response as a “grand, manipulative, and evasive speech,” claiming it showed a lack of spiritual maturity.

Buchi further stated that Bryant shifted attention toward justifying the outfit rather than engaging concerns about how Christian leaders and their families are expected to model modesty and propriety. His comments have since gained traction online, particularly within gospel music circles and faith-based digital communities where his content is widely circulated.

While supporters of Buchi say the episode underscores ongoing tensions in church spaces around culture, modesty, and leadership influence, critics maintain that Bryant was right to defend his wife against public scrutiny and argue that the backlash against him has been excessive.

The debate continues to fuel conversations across social media, touching on faith, personal expression, and the cultural expectations placed on religious leaders and their families.