The Problem.
In the past two decades, the practices of a sect in the Nigerian Pentecostal Church System have been brought into the open. Allegations include suppression of the masses, honest media and voices of reason, abuse that threatened human life, ordering of torture, illegal lockups of former Pastors or members, and alleged use of illegal use of police power by Church leaders amongst other allegations, which affect public safety.
Stakeholders
Public, Church-goers, faith leaders, citizens, government authority.
Research into the Matter
In the past two decades, the practices of a sect in the Nigerian Pentecostal Church System have been brought into the open. Allegations include suppression of the masses, and voices of reason, abuse that threatened human life, ordering of torture, illegal lockups of former Pastors or members, and alleged use of illegal use of police power by Church leaders amongst other allegations.
Alleged Member Abuse Areas by Clergy
Spiritual Abuse
Wrong advertisement of miracles
Usage of non-biblical tools and methods in the Church
Chief CSO of Mountain of Fire and Miracles allegedly engaged the services of a traditional worshiper to obtain 4 categories of charm.
Human Rights Abuse
Ordering of illegal arrests
Ordering of illegal detention of former Pastor Femi, Caleb, Caleb, and Henry
Arranging false testimony and witnesses against Pastor Femi, Caleb, and Henry
Lack of Accountability
No official statement from Dr. Olukoya
The Chief Legal Adviser has been posting promotional content of the ministry
Local media in Nigeria is mute on the matter, instead of addressing the matter, leading local media agencies are being used to broadcast the laborious philanthropic works of Dr. DK Olukoya.
Response from MFM and Dr. Olukoya
Since the news of MFM Pastor Femi and others' testimony broke, no posture of humility or concern for humanity is expressed by MFM. Dr. Olukoya. His office is releasing a video of him touring his grand prayer facilities, showing the magnificence of His ministerial achievements to his audience on social media.
Response from the Nigerian Police or Relevant Enforcement Bodies
None.
Response from Mainstream Media
Praise to Dr. Olukoya's philanthropy efforts during a humanitarian crisis.