Category: Religion

Lagos Court Restrains VeryDarkMan, Doris Ogala from Mentioning Pastor Chris Okafor Pending Trial

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A Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja has restrained social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), actress Doris Ogala, and one Kelvin Chimaobi Emmanuel from further mentioning or referring to Dr Chris Okafor, his church or ministry on any platform pending the determination of a substantive suit before the court. Justice M. A. Savage issued the order on Thursday while ruling on an ex-parte application filed by Dr Okafor, the presiding pastor of Grace Nation International, also known as Liberation City. The suit, marked ID/14399GCMW/2026,…

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‘God Has Truly Blessed Me’ — Shina Peters Fires Back at Ashimolowo Over Sermon Remarks

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Legendary Juju musician, Sir Shina Peters, has responded to comments made by popular cleric and founder of Kingsway International Christian Centre (KICC), Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo, describing the remarks as false and derogatory. Ashimolowo, during a recent sermon, drew a comparison between Peters and Zenith Bank founder, Jim Ovia, while speaking on delayed gratification and financial decision-making. The cleric cited a N20 million investment allegedly available to both men in the early 1990s, claiming Peters used his to build a house while Ovia invested his in establishing a bank. In the…

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Eucharia Anunobi Denies Leaked Sex Audio, Threatens Legal Action Against Apostle Okpe

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Veteran Nollywood actress and cleric Eucharia Anunobi has denied allegations linking her to a leaked audio recording purportedly suggesting a romantic and sexual relationship between her and Apostle Psalm Okpe, founder of the U.S.-based Fresh Oil Ministry International Church. In a series of videos posted on her Instagram page on Sunday, the 60-year-old actress described the allegation as false, defamatory and malicious, announcing that she has instructed her lawyers to commence legal action against Okpe. Anunobi said the circulating audio, which allegedly features Okpe speaking to another cleric, Pastor Martin,…

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Pastor Chris Okafor Apologises to Doris Ogala Amid Feud, Kneels in Church to Seek Forgiveness

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Senior Pastor of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracles Ministries, Chris Okafor, on Sunday publicly apologised to Nollywood actress Doris Ogala, kneeling before his congregation as he sought forgiveness over what he described as past “mistakes.” The apology follows weeks of intense public controversy between both parties, which has played out largely on social media. Ogala had accused the cleric of engaging in an affair, making unfulfilled marriage promises, sharing explicit content, and allegedly offering her $10,000 to withdraw claims that she was sponsored by rival pastors to defame him.…

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Jehovah’s Witness Cancer Patient, ‘Aunty Esther’, Dies After Blood Transfusion Debate

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A Nigerian cancer patient and social media personality, Mensah Omolola, popularly known on X (formerly Twitter) as Aunty Esther, has died after a prolonged battle with breast cancer. News of her death emerged late Saturday after a social media user, Auntymuse (@AUNTYMUSE_), reacted to a post announcing her passing. Quoting an earlier message that read, “Unfortunately, we lost Aunty Esther. Very sad!”, Auntymuse wrote, “May her soul rest in peace.” The confirmation triggered an outpouring of grief from Nigerians who had closely followed her health journey and treatment updates on…

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Actress Doris Ogala Cries Out Over Failed Relationship With Pastor Chris Okafor

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Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has publicly lamented the collapse of her relationship with popular Lagos-based cleric, Pastor Chris Okafor, alleging betrayal, emotional trauma and abandonment. In an emotional outburst shared on social media, Ogala accused the founder of Mountain of Liberation and Miracles Ministry of walking away from their relationship to be with another woman, despite what she described as deep personal sacrifices. The actress claimed she suffered the loss of her brother and a pregnancy during the period of their relationship, adding that the pastor’s decision to leave her…

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Gunmen Storm Anambra Church, Kill Two, Torch Buildings During Early-Morning Service

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Two persons were feared killed on Sunday after armed men attacked St. Andrews Anglican Church in Lilu, Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. The gunmen, who invaded the church premises at about 7:30 a.m. while worshippers were gathering for service, opened fire indiscriminately, sending members scampering for safety. Witnesses said the assailants also set ablaze the priest’s residence, several vehicles, and parts of the church building during the operation, which lasted several minutes. Among the victims was the wife of the church’s priest, who was reportedly shot at close…

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Uyo Court Rules in Favour of Masquerade, Orders Akwa Ibom Government to Pay Compensation

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A High Court in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, has delivered a landmark judgment in favour of an Ekpo masquerade practitioner, ruling that his arrest and detention by state authorities were unlawful and a violation of his fundamental rights. The masquerade, identified as Mr. Effiong, was apprehended by security operatives enforcing Governor Umo Eno’s executive order banning street masquerade displays across Akwa Ibom. He was detained while performing traditional rites during the festive period. In the ruling, the court declared that the arrest infringed on the masquerade’s constitutional rights to personal…

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US Issues Visa Restrictions on Nigerians Linked to Religious Persecution

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The United States government has announced new visa restrictions targeting Nigerians involved in the violation of religious freedom, with the measures potentially extending to their immediate family members. In a statement released Wednesday and titled “Combating Egregious Anti-Christian Violence in Nigeria and Globally,” the U.S. Department of State said the policy is a direct response to persistent attacks and mass killings of Christians in Nigeria by radical Islamic terrorists, Fulani militias, and other violent groups. According to the statement, the restrictions fall under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the U.S. Immigration and…

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Gunmen Invade Kogi Church, Abduct Pastor, Wife and Worshippers During Sunday Service

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Gunmen suspected to be bandits on Sunday stormed a newly established Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State, abducting the pastor, his wife, and several worshippers. The attack occurred mid-service, throwing the community into panic as gunshots rang out. Witnesses said the congregation fled in different directions to escape the armed men who reportedly whisked away the pastor, popularly known as Orlando, alongside his wife and other church members. Residents described the incident as frightening, noting that the assailants invaded the area unexpectedly,…

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