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VIDEO: South African pastor claims the rapture is happening today and Internet users are sharing tips on how one can be ‘saved’

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A South African pastor has claimed that the Rapture will occur on either September 23 or 24, 2025, sparking a wave of fear and mockery on social media.

Pastor Joshua Mhlakela declared that Jesus would return on September 23, “whether you are ready or not,” sparking a surge of religious hysteria on social media now dubbed “RaptureTok.”

Among the chief concerns of believers is the fate of their pets, with many asking whether their dogs, hamsters, and parrots will be raptured along with humans. TikTok videos and comment sections show pet owners praying for their animals to be included in the event. One user wrote, “I ask God all the time to please take my dogs when we’re raptured,” while another added, “I have prayed for my fur babies to be raptured with me.”

The Rapture, a core belief in certain Christian traditions, holds that faithful believers will ascend to heaven, leaving behind those who have not been saved to endure seven years of suffering, conflict, and devastation under the rule of the Antichrist.

The trend has also inspired humorous takes, with some users posting sketches of themselves hoisting pets in preparation for salvation or creating tongue-in-cheek guides for being among God’s chosen, including instructions such as “be saved” and “complete GTA V.”

Pastor Mhlakela shared his prophecy on a YouTube podcast, which has since amassed nearly 550,000 views. He claimed that the prediction came from a vision in which Jesus confirmed the specific date for his return. The prophecy has resonated particularly with Evangelical Protestants in the United States, who make up roughly 23 to 26% of the population, according to Pew Research Centre data.

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End-of-the-world predictions are nothing new. Historical and modern religious figures alike have repeatedly forecasted the end times without fulfillment, including high-profile predictions in 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021. Yet social media in 2025 has amplified concerns, creating new platforms for believers and skeptics alike to react to the latest apocalyptic warning.

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‘I Regret Announcing My Relationship With MC Oluomo’ – Nollywood Actress, Sikiratu Sindodo

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Yoruba Nollywood actress, Tayo Odueke, better known as Sikiratu Sindodo, has expressed regret about publicising her romantic relationship with National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) boss, Musiliu Akinsanya, better known as MC Oluomo.

It was reports that Sindodo, during an interview with Oyinmomo TV on YouTube, said sometimes it is better to keep things private.

When asked about what led to their breakup, Sindodo said it is a long story, and she would rather not speak about it.

She said, “It’s a long story, and I’d rather not go into it”.

According to the movie star, announcing the relationship online was not worth it.

Defending her decision, Sindodo said MC Oluomo was kind-hearted and treated her nicely, which is why she publicised his name.

She added, “Normal, if you’re married to someone, people will eventually know. Back then, I didn’t care and I didn’t see any reason to hide it.

“Sometimes, it’s better to keep things private. I envy my colleagues who kept their affairs out of the public eye. I regret announcing my relationship with Alhaji MC Oluomo. It wasn’t worth it. He was very good to me and treated me well, which is why I published his name. But I shouldn’t have.”

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Cubana Chief Priest Slams Solomon Buchi Over Peller Police Report

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Nigerian socialite and businessman Cubana Chief Priest has criticised relationship content creator Solomon Buchi after Buchi said he reported TikToker Peller to the Metropolitan Police over an alleged false accusation.

Buchi said a comment made by Peller during a livestream, which he interpreted as an allegation that he had an affair with another man’s wife, was false and had seriously affected his mental health. He said he subsequently reported the matter to the Metropolitan Police, noting that Peller was in the UK.

Reacting to the development, Cubana Chief Priest accused Buchi of seeking engagement through the controversy and questioned his decision to involve the police.

“You no go fit do anything this one na content you still dey do, you dey find engagement,” he wrote.

He also referenced comments he alleged Buchi had previously made about Peller and others before warning that he would send lawyers.

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Nollywood legend Pete Edochie reveals his favourite Nigerian politician

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Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has revealed that former Premier of the defunct Western Region, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, is his favourite Nigerian politician of all time.

Speaking on a recent episode of Curiosity Made Me Ask, hosted by content creator BaeU, Edochie explained that Awolowo pioneered several developmental initiatives in Nigeria, including establishing the first television station and introducing free primary education.

He said, regrettably, Awolowo never won a presidential election despite his impressive achievements.

“I am not into politics but if you ask me who is or was my favourite politician, I will tell you it is Obafemi Awolowo. Awolowo will tell you, ‘I’m going to build this thing, it will cost so-and-so amount and this is where I’m going to get the money from.’ There is no politician who has achieved that kind of transparency.

“Awolowo brought television to Nigeria in 1959. It was the first in Africa. And we in the East started using television in 1960. He also introduced free primary education. Regrettably, he never became president,” he said.

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