The Senior Pastor of Mountain of Liberation and Miracles Ministries, Chris Okafor, did not appear at the police station over allegations of multiple rape and other offences capable of disturbing public order.
Okafor was expected at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Panti by 10:00 a.m. on Monday, where he was to meet the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge. The summons followed several complaints relating to alleged sexual offences and acts that could disrupt public peace.
Police Public Relations Officer Abimbola Adebisi had stated on Sunday that the Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, had ordered a comprehensive investigation into the claims.
An officer at SCID, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told PUNCH that Okafor failed to show up. “After the CP’s directive on Sunday, the DCP immediately instructed the office handling such a case to debrief him, but they waited and did not see him. It is evening already, and he is obviously not coming here today.”
Another police source added that the pastor reportedly sent emissaries to request more time. “We received calls from some people who appealed on his behalf, asking the police authorities to give him more time. They gave assurances that he would still show up. That is the information I have for now,” the source said.
The police confirmed that adequate security had been provided for the alleged victims and urged them to report to SCID, Panti, where investigations are ongoing. The identities of victims and witnesses will remain confidential. However, no victims or witnesses reportedly showed up for questioning. “None of the victims or witnesses also showed up at the SCID for interrogation,” the police added.
The allegations first surfaced on social media in mid-December 2025. Nollywood actress Doris Ogala claimed in a series of Instagram videos on December 14 that she had been involved in a long-term sexual relationship with Okafor since 2017. She accused him of breaking marriage promises, sharing explicit content, and contributing to the breakdown of her previous marriage.
Amid growing public scrutiny, Okafor reportedly addressed his congregation on New Year’s Day, apologising for past “mistakes” and kneeling at the pulpit to seek forgiveness.
The controversy has reportedly prompted the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria to consider disciplinary action, while the pastor has stepped aside from his pastoral duties as investigations continue.
