Scandal Erupts Between Pastor Chris Okafor And Nollywood Actress Doris Ogala

A fiery public controversy has erupted between Nollywood actress Doris Ogala and Lagos-based cleric Pastor Chris Okafor, founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry — also known as Liberation City — stirring intense debate across Nigerian social media and entertainment circles. The saga escalated in December 2025 after Ogala publicly accused Okafor of breaching a long-standing promise to marry her following an alleged nine-year relationship that began around 2017. Ogala claimed the pastor encouraged her to leave her previous marriage with assurances of matrimony, only to become engaged and subsequently marry another woman, identified as Pearl, without fulfilling his promise. In response to what she described as emotional distress, reputational damage, and personal loss stemming from the ending of the relationship, Ogala — through her lawyers at Synergy Law Partners — issued a formal demand letter on December 16, seeking ₦1 billion in damages. The notice alleges a breach of promise, psychological harm, and financial exploitation, giving Okafor 21 days to comply before legal action is pursued. The controversy deepened when photos and videos of Okafor’s traditional and white wedding ceremonies went viral, despite Ogala’s claims that she was left publicly humiliated. The wedding, which took place in Lekki, Lagos, drew mixed reactions online, with some supporting Pastor Okafor’s right to marry, and others criticising his perceived treatment of Ogala. Ogala has continued to air her grievances via social media, sharing tearful videos alleging that the pastor’s actions left her “shattered,” caused emotional trauma, and disrupted her life. Reports also emerged of Ogala being arrested during a livestreamed interview on December 20 as she reiterated her claims, drawing both concern and speculation about the legal and security implications of the feud. Adding another layer to the drama, Ogala has made additional explosive claims, including a controversial allegation that Okafor used his church account to receive funds from fraudsters and that she intervened to halt an Interpol arrest — allegations that have sparked strong reactions and calls for evidence amid widespread public debate. Pastor Chris Okafor has largely remained publicly silent on the specific allegations, with no detailed rebuttal issued. Observers note that while Okafor has addressed the situation indirectly in sermons, he has not directly confronted the legal aspects of the case. The controversy has reignited discussions about the accountability of religious leaders, personal relationships involving clergy, and the broader expectations placed on public figures. As the legal ultimatum’s deadline approaches and both sides continue to broadcast their claims online, Nigeria’s entertainment and religious communities remain captivated by what has become one of the country’s most high-profile interpersonal scandals of the year.