Police lastly step in, launch investigation into allegations towards Pastor Chris Okafor

The Lagos State Police Command has formally stepped into the controversy involving Pastor Chris Okafor, following public allegations made towards the favored cleric by Nollywood actress Doris Ogala.

The event marks a brand new part within the unfolding saga that has attracted widespread consideration on social media.

Commissioner Orders CID to Deal with Case

Reviews affirm that the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, has directed the State Legal Investigation Division (SCID), Panti, to open an inquiry into the matter.

The instruction reportedly got here regardless of earlier claims by the police that no formal petition had been filed by any of the alleged victims.

Pastor to Be Invited, Alleged Victims to Be Contacted

In accordance with police spokesperson CSP Abimbola Adebisi, officers have now been mandated to ask Pastor Okafor for questioning whereas additionally reaching out to those that have publicly made allegations.

She added that investigators will join with people prepared to cooperate to make sure an intensive probe.

Investigation to Proceed With out Formal Petition

The Commissioner of Police reportedly accredited that the investigation ought to proceed even within the absence of an official grievance.

The police additionally reached out to a YouTuber who earlier interviewed a number of the alleged victims, in an effort to realize direct entry to potential witnesses.

Allegations First Surfaced in December

The controversy started in December after actress Doris Ogala publicly accused Pastor Okafor of misconduct, claiming she had been in a long-term relationship with him since 2017.

Comes After Pastor Introduced Break From Ministry

This growth comes solely days after Pastor Okafor revealed he could be stepping apart briefly for a retreat along with his spouse, a transfer many linked to the continuing controversy.

With the police now formally concerned, Nigerians are watching carefully as occasions proceed to unfold.

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