— as church members Cry Blackmail, Extortion
The Lagos State Police Command has commenced steps to interrogate Senior Pastor, Chris Okafor of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracles Ministries following a wave of sexual misconduct allegations that have generated intense public debate.
Acting on the directive of the Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Panti, has been instructed to invite the cleric for questioning and to reach out to the women making the allegations, as well as other potential witnesses, to obtain formal statements.
The development comes despite the absence of any official petition from the alleged victims.
The allegations, which gained traction through social media, include claims by Nollywood actress Doris Ogala and other women who accused the pastor of sexual exploitation, manipulation, and related misconduct. As the controversy deepened, Pastor Okafor announced his decision to step aside from pastoral duties on January 1, 2026.
In a public church service, the cleric apologised to Doris Ogala, admitting to personal failings and asking for forgiveness. The unfolding scandal followed closely on the heels of his marriage to a new wife, Pearl, in December 2025.
Ogala has alleged that she maintained a long-term sexual relationship with the pastor between 2017 and 2025, during which she was repeatedly promised marriage. She further claimed that he shared her private images, caused her emotional and financial hardship, and played a role in the collapse of her former marriage. She also alleged that the pastor attempted to silence her with a $10,000 payment, and she is now seeking ₦1 billion in damages through legal action.
Additional allegations have been made by other women, including Pastor Okafor’s former wife, Bessem Okafor, who accused him of infidelity, deception, and physical abuse.
However, a section of the church membership has rallied behind the pastor, dismissing the allegations as a coordinated attempt to blackmail and extort him.
