Nigeria has been rocked by a number of scandalous incidents involving prominent pastors who have been accused of sexual misconduct. Here is a list of some of the pastors who have faced these allegations:
1. Pastor Joshua Iginla (2019)
Pastor Joshua Iginla confessed to having an extramarital affair outside his marriage and discussed the challenges within his marriage.
2. Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo (2013, 2018)
Founder of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA), Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo faced accusations of having an affair in 2013 and later in 2018, he was accused of rape by Busola Dakolo.
3. Apostle Johnson Suleman (2017)
Apostle Johnson Suleman, leader of the Omega Fire Ministries, was accused by Stephanie Otobo of impregnating her. However, Stephanie later admitted to being paid to tarnish the pastor’s image.
4. Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (2014)
The founder of Christ Embassy, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, went through a high-profile divorce from Anita Oyakhilome in 2014. Anita cited adultery and unreasonable behavior as the reason for the dissolution of their marriage.
5. Rev. Ken Oyakhilome (2014)
Following his brother’s divorce, Rev. Ken Oyakhilome allegedly impregnated a South African church member, which became an open secret among the congregation.
6. Pastor Ofuche Ukoha (2014)
Pastor Ofuche Ukoha, also known as Sign Fireman, faced allegations of ritual practices and various sexual assault accusations, including the killing of a 12-year-old virgin girl.
7. Pastor Chris Omashola (2019)
Pastor Chris Omashola was involved in a scandal when sex tapes featuring him and Princess Tamara Okpewho were leaked on social media.
8. TB Joshua (2024)
The late Prophet T.B. Joshua, founder of the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN), was accused of abusing and torturing multiple women. There were reports of physical violence, including child abuse and individuals being whipped and chained. Several women also came forward with claims of sexual assault and rape, with one woman alleging that she underwent five forced abortions as a result.
9. Pastor Sunday Adelaja (2016)
Pastor Sunday Adelaja was involved in a scandal involving allegations of extramarital affairs with numerous women in his church.
10. Pastor Chukwuma Nkwocha (2016)
Pastor Chukwuma Nkwocha faced arrest in 2016 for allegedly camping and molesting around 30 underage girls.
11. Bishop Francis Wale Oke (1950s)
Bishop Francis Wale Oke confessed to having an adulterous relationship with his secretary, which damaged his previously esteemed reputation.
12. Pastor Timothy Ngwu (2015)
Pastor Timothy Ngwu was arrested in 2015 for allegedly impregnating 20 members of his congregation.
6. Bishop Chris Kwakpovwe (2017)
Bishop Chris Kwakpovwe faced allegations of sexual advances made towards a church member. A telephone conversation recording emerged but the church denied the pastor’s involvement.
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