The founder of Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry, Chris Okafor, has withdrawn the apology he earlier issued to Nollywood actress Doris Ogala and other women who previously made allegations against him, reigniting public debate around the controversy.
Speaking during a recent church service in a video that has been widely circulated on social media, the cleric clarified that the apology he made earlier was never an admission of guilt. According to him, the statement was primarily intended to prevent senior church leaders and mentors who supported him from being drawn into the ongoing dispute.
Okafor explained that several respected religious figures had publicly stood by him when the allegations surfaced, and he felt uncomfortable seeing them dragged into the controversy. Because of that, he decided at the time to issue a public apology in an attempt to calm tensions and reduce the public attention surrounding the matter.
However, the pastor said the apology was widely misinterpreted by many people as an acceptance of wrongdoing, something he now insists was never his intention. As a result, he has decided to formally withdraw the statement.
“The reason why I came to apologise the last time was that the fathers of faith that stood by me were being dragged. And I didn’t want them to be dragged to it,” he told members of his congregation.
He further stressed that he cannot apologise for actions he maintains he never committed, making it clear that he does not intend to accept responsibility for accusations he believes are false.
“And let me reiterate… I withdraw that. There is no single apology to that person because I don’t apologise for what I did not know, for what I did not do, for what I did not get involved in,” he said during the service.
Okafor also reminded the public that the matter is already before the court and should be resolved through the legal process rather than through speculation or online debates. He maintained that he has already presented his evidence to the court and is prepared to allow the legal system determine the truth.
“I cannot apologise for what I did not do… The matter is before the court. My evidence has been put before the court. Whoever claims to have evidence, bring it before the court,” he added.
The renewed comments from the pastor have once again sparked conversations across social media platforms, with many Nigerians sharing mixed reactions. While some supporters believe the cleric has the right to defend himself until proven guilty, others argue that the situation should be handled with greater transparency and sensitivity.
The controversy involving Okafor and Doris Ogala has drawn significant public attention over the past months, highlighting broader discussions about accountability, reputation, and the role of public figures in addressing serious allegations.
As the legal proceedings continue, many observers say the final outcome of the court case will likely determine how the matter ultimately unfolds for both the pastor and those involved in the accusations.
