Pastor Chris Okafor, founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry (also known as Liberation City), has withdrawn his earlier public apology to Nollywood actress Doris Ogala.
The cleric, who initially knelt before his congregation in December 2025 to express remorse over allegations of a secret eight-year affair, now claims the gesture was made under duress and vows to pursue legal action against Ogala, whom he labeled a “Jezebel” in a viral video.
The saga, which has captivated social media and drawn scrutiny to the intersection of faith, celebrity, and personal accountability, began last year when Ogala publicly accused Okafor of promising marriage during their alleged long-term romantic and sexual relationship, only to abandon her.
The actress’s revelations surfaced amid a leaked video showing Okafor in an intimate encounter with a young woman, prompting Ogala to demand compensation for emotional distress and accuse the pastor of involvement in “scandalous and criminal activities.” Ogala claimed the relationship spanned eight years, during which Okafor allegedly exploited her trust.
In response to the mounting backlash, Okafor reportedly provided Ogala with $10,000 as a settlement, an amount she dismissed as insufficient given the “evidence” she holds against him.
The controversy peaked on December 28, 2025, during a Sunday service at his church, where Okafor knelt in a highly publicized act of contrition. Addressing his congregation and Ogala directly, he stated, “To the lady called Doris Ogala. Listen, we’re not joining issues. Mistakes have been made in the past, and I tender an apology to everybody… To Doris Ogala, I’m sorry. I apologize to everyone.” He also brought forward his daughter, identified in reports as Chidera, to refute some allegations, emphasizing his imperfections as a human while denying the full extent of the claims.
Ogala, however, rejected aspects of the apology, insisting that her accusations were truthful and continuing to criticize Okafor online. “Pastor Chris, please don’t lie on the altar,” she reportedly responded, accepting the apology but disputing his portrayal of events as falsehoods.
The latest twist came in a video that began trending on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram earlier this week. In the clip, Okafor addressed his congregation, retracting the apology and attributing it to external pressures from associates he once considered friends.
“There’s no apology for what I didn’t do or for someone I haven’t met face-to-face. I was pressured by people I called friends but who are not,” he declared. He further explained that his kneeling was not for Ogala but to protect the reputations of prominent religious figures, naming Bishop David Abioye of Living Faith Church and Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo of Kingsway International Christian Centre.
“I knelt because of those fathers. Not because of any Jezebel anywhere,” Okafor said, invoking the biblical figure often associated with deceit and immorality.
Okafor maintained his innocence, asserting that he had never met Ogala in person and that the matter should be resolved in court. “I cannot apologize for what I did not do,” he emphasized in the video online.
This U-turn has sparked mixed reactions, with some supporters praising his stance against perceived blackmail, while critics accuse him of inconsistency and evasion.
Reports indicate that his second daughter, Amara, has threatened to press charges against him for assault and abuse, further complicating his public image. This comes amid earlier mentions of his daughter Chidera in the apology video, where she denied certain claims on his behalf.
Okafor’s ministry, known for its emphasis on miracles and liberation, has faced previous scrutiny, but this episode has drawn unprecedented public debate. Observers are watching closely to see if the courts will intervene or if the matter will fade into social media oblivion.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Pastor Chris Okafor has publicly retracted his earlier apology to actress Doris Ogala, insisting it was made under pressure from fellow clergymen rather than genuine remorse.
He now denies any personal involvement with her, calls her a “Jezebel,” claims they have never met face-to-face, and says the matter will be resolved in court.
