Posted by Amarachi on Tue 20th Sep, 2022 - tori.ng
A press statement issued by Abdulmumin Abubakar said the directive for investigation became necessary after some of his alleged ungodly activities were published on social media by concerned members of the public.
Engr. Abdulrazaq Muhammad, the Chairman of Okene Local Government Area of Kogi State, has ordered a full-blown investigation into the activities of a controversial clergyman, Peter Michonza.
The presiding pastor of “New Jerusalem church” located within Ageva axis of Okene went viral on social media over allegations of running labour wards for pregnant women in his church and selling “bulletproof” water to the people, amongst other medically unacceptable practices which have reportedly led to the death of many.
Michonza and members of his church also held a protest rally in Okene, calling for the release of International Musician, Rkelly who was recently jailed over child p#rnography and rape allegations.
A press statement issued by Abdulmumin Abubakar, the Special Adviser to the Chairman on Media & Publicity, said the directive for investigation became necessary “after some of his alleged ungodly activities were published on social media by concerned members of the public.”
"The council chairman appreciates people for blowing the whistle and exposing the alleged atrocities of Mr Peter in the name of church activities, noting that details of the investigation will be made public in due course." the statement added.