Murder, sexual allegations: Chris Okafor surrenders to police for probe

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Lagos state police has confirmed that Chris Okafor, the cleric, has surrendered to the command for investigation following allegations of sexual assault and murder levelled against him.

The investigation was initiated on Sunday after widespread concern over accusations circulating against him on social media.

The controversy intensified when an anonymous individual, claiming to be in hiding in Port Harcourt, Rivers state, alleged he was hired by Okafor, founder of Mountain Of Liberation And Miracle Ministries, to carry out murders.

The recent claims connect to earlier allegations made by actress Doris Ogala, who accused Okafor of having knowledge of the poisoning and death of her brother.

Responding to the public outcry, Olohundare Jimoh, the state police commissioner, directed the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Panti to commence a probe.

Police spokesperson Abimbola Adebisi confirmed that Okafor was formally invited to report to the SCID by 10 a.m. on Monday, citing concerns the allegations could breach public peace.

However, Jimoh revealed in an interview with TVC that Okafor initially failed to appear in person on Monday, communicating only through his lawyer. He added that Okafor’s absence prompted him to issue an arrest warrant.

“When he was invited, he got to us through his lawyer, who said he would be appearing on Monday. So, on Monday, we waited for him. We did not see him, and I directed that he should be arrested,” he said.