The Lagos State Police Command has stepped in amid growing controversy surrounding Pastor Chris Okafor, founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry, following allegations involving his ex-wife, Bessem, actress Doris Ogala, and other former church members.
Late last year, Ogala accused Pastor Okafor of reneging on promises of marriage, causing her emotional distress.
She also alleged that the cleric had knowledge of her brother’s death. Meanwhile, his ex-wife, Bessem, accused the pastor of subjecting her to physical abuse, while firmly denying claims of adultery levelled against her by Okafor.
The mounting accusations reportedly led the cleric to step aside from his ministerial duties for one month. Since then, further sexual allegations have circulated widely on social media.
Responding to the controversy, Lagos State Police spokesperson Abimbola Adebisi said the Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, has ordered a full investigation.
According to Adebisi, the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Panti has been directed to probe the allegations.
She stated that Pastor Okafor has been asked to report to the SCID on 5 January at 10:00 a.m.
“The Lagos State Police Command has invited Pastor Chris Okafor, Senior Pastor of Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministries, in connection with allegations of multiple rape, other sexual offences, and several other conduct likely to cause breach of public peace and breakdown of law and order in the State,” Adebisi said.
“The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, has directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the State Criminal Investigation Department (DC SCID) to carry out a thorough investigation into the several criminal allegations against Pastor Chris Okafor,” she added.
Adebisi confirmed that Pastor Okafor has been served with an invitation letter through his legal representative and is expected to fully cooperate as investigations continue.
The spokesperson added that Jimoh has ordered comprehensive security measures for the alleged victims.
Credit: channelstv.com
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