The unfolding drama as Pastor Chris Okafor steps down amid grave allegations
The Nigerian Christian community is currently grappling with a storm that refuses to subside. Pastor Chris Okafor, the well known leader of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracles Ministries, has officially stepped away from the pulpit for a one month break. While he described this period as a time for “spiritual renewal” and a late honeymoon following his recent December wedding, many observers believe the real reason is far more complicated.
This move comes as the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, also known as the PFN, begins to move its heavy machinery toward possible sanctions following a series of sexual misconduct allegations that have set social media on fire. As an editor watching this unfold, it feels like a watershed moment for accountability within the house of God.
The avalanche of claims and the pulpit apology
The trouble for the man often called the Oracle started just before his new marriage when actress Doris Ogala went public with heavy accusations. She claimed a long term relationship filled with emotional manipulation and a broken promise of marriage. Things took a very dark turn when she alleged that explicit materials were being shared to intimidate her. During a recent crossover service, the pastor was seen kneeling on the altar, seeking forgiveness for past “mistakes.”
However, for many, this apology felt like too little, too late. The situation has since escalated with other women coming forward, including a former choir member who alleged multiple abortions and even a lady claiming to be his daughter who accused him of making improper advances. These are not small matters that can be easily swept under the prayer rug.
PFN moves for accountability amid spiritual pressure
As the public outcry grows, the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria is finding itself in a tight corner. High level sources within the body have confirmed that there is significant pressure from other respected leaders for Okafor to face disciplinary action. While the PFN has been careful to state that it is not a law enforcement agency, it wields what it calls spiritual pressure.
The delay in a formal statement was reportedly due to the festive season, but insiders suggest that by the end of January, the body will have concluded its deliberations. The message from the PFN is clear: while they cannot arrest a man for what might be criminal acts, they can certainly strip away the institutional support that allows a minister to operate under their banner. This is a necessary step to protect the integrity of the faith.
A church family and the moral crossroads for the Nigerian church
On the streets of Ojodu where the church is located, the atmosphere is a mix of defiance and confusion. Many devoted members still stand firmly behind their leader, insisting that this entire wahala is the work of blackmailers and detractors who are jealous of the pastor’s progress.
They point to his community work, such as road construction, as proof of his godly character. On the other hand, the Lagos State Police Command has indicated that they are watching from the sidelines, waiting for a formal petition to be filed.
As we move further into 2026, this scandal raises deeper questions about the transparency of religious leadership. The Christian Association of Nigeria has already warned that ministers must live out the messages they preach because judgment often begins within. Whether this one month retreat will lead to a genuine restoration or the end of a ministerial era remains to be seen, but the call for justice is louder than ever.
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