Popular gospel singer Sola Allyson has responded strongly to social media criticism regarding the alleged absence of the name "Jesus" in her music. The controversy arose following a recent interview with veteran singer Panam Percy Paul, who recounted being offered £24 million in 1995 to remove "Jesus" from his songs.

An X user, @Folahanayo1, shared the interview and directly called out Sola Allyson, pointing to her 2019 album "IRI" as an example. "Sola Allyson @thesolaallyson cannot relate. A whole Album and not a single mention of Jesus," the user wrote, highlighting the eight-track, 48-minute album and questioning her omission of the name, even in a song about her "Gbekele" (reliance).

In response, Sola Allyson released a video on X, vehemently rejecting the criticism and questioning the motives of her detractors. She expressed deep hurt and frustration, stating, "Why are you people this callous and unkind? Is it until I commit suicide?"

Allyson made it clear that she does not wish to be associated with the "Jesus" of her critics, arguing that her music is rooted in her own personal faith and values. "If this is what you are with your own Jesus, I do not want to be identified with you lots!" she declared.

She further asserted her independence, refusing to be pressured into conforming to others' interpretations of faith. "Once again, no one can bully me into joining their darkness that looks like light because indolent souls find comfort in it. I do NOT seek to be with your kind of Jesus. Leave me alone and face your own journey."

Allyson's strong reaction highlights the ongoing debate within the gospel music community about the balance between artistic expression and adherence to specific religious terminology. Her response has sparked further discussion about the role of personal interpretation and the right to artistic freedom within the context of faith-based music.