21 h. ago Rape: S’African agencies slam judge for acquitting Nigerian pastor

Some South African government agencies have condemned the acquittal of a Nigerian televangelist, Timothy Omotoso, after spending eight years in detention for rape charges. The South Africa-based Nigerian pastor alongside his co-defendants, Lusanda Sulani and Zukiswa Sitho, was discharged and acquitted of rape, sexual exploitation, and human trafficking by Gqeberha High Court on Wednesday. Omotoso Read More

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3 d. ago After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa

Tribune Online After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa After spending eight years in jail, Nigerian televangelist, Timothy Omotoso has been found not guilty of all charges in a highly publicised South African trial. Omotoso was accused of raping young women from his church in Port Elizabeth but consistently denied the 32 charges against him. The trial, which was broadcast live, drew widespread attention […] After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Rape charges: Nigerian pastor acquitted after eight years in South African jail

By Seyi Babalola After eight years in prison, a Nigerian televangelist accused of raping young women in his South African church was found not guilty of all counts. Timothy Omotoso disputed the 32 counts in a live trial that drew widespread attention across the country. In 2018, one witness testified in court that she had […] The post Rape charges: Nigerian pastor acquitted after eight years in South African jail appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Pastor Femi Lazarus Ends Feud With Timi Dakolo Over Gospel Singers’ Performance Fees

Nigerian pastor, Femi Lazarus, has finally backed down in his argument with singer Timi Dakolo, surprising some netizens. The founder of Light Nation Church previously ignited an online debate by criticising gospel singers for demanding payment to perform in churches. Timi Dakolo responded, defending singers’ right to charge for performances since it is their livelihood. […] The post Pastor Femi Lazarus Ends Feud With Timi Dakolo Over Gospel Singers’ Performance Fees appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Why gospel music ministers should not charge fees – Pastor Femi Lazarus

Nigerian pastor, Femi Lazarus, has addressed the controversy surrounding his recent comments on the financial expectations of gospel ministers, clarifying read more Why gospel music ministers should not charge fees – Pastor Femi Lazarus

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1 week ago Timi Dakolo, Pastor Lazarus Clash Over Fees For Gospel Performances, Ministry School

Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has called out Pastor Femi Lazarus for charging fees for his school of ministry while condemning a gospel singer’s financial demands for a performance. This comes after Pastor Lazarus displayed an alleged invoice from the unnamed gospel artist for a performance during his Sunday sermon. Lazarus said, “I want the media […] The post Timi Dakolo, Pastor Lazarus Clash Over Fees For Gospel Performances, Ministry School appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Why music ministers should not charge fees, Femi Lazarus clarifies stance

Nigerian pastor, Femi Lazarus, who recently ignited controversy about the gospel music industry by challenging the financial expectations of gospel ministers, has provided explanations to defend his stance. In a sermon on aired on YouTube Sunday, Lazarus insisted that music ministry is for those who were called into it as a ministry and should not Read More

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1 week ago Timi Dakolo Slams Femi Lazarus Over $150 Fee For School Of Ministry

Popular Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has called out the Lead Pastor of Light Nation Church, Apostle Femi Lazarus for charging fees for his School of Ministry while criticising gospel artists for demanding payment to minister at church events. Apostle Lazarus has been vocal about his disapproval of gospel musicians who request large sums to perform […]

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1 week ago Singer’s fee: Are you not selling the gospel too? Dakolo tackles Femi Lazarus

Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has questioned Pastor Femi Lazarus for charging fees for his school of ministry while criticising a gospel singer’s financial demands for a performance. This development comes after Pastor Lazarus projected an alleged invoice from the unnamed gospel artist for a performance, during a sermon on Sunday Lazarus said, “I want the Read More

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2 w. ago My UK wife connived with Nigerian pastor to jail me – Man facing deportation

In this feature, a Nigerian man narrates how some partners exploit legal and immigration systems as a tool for revenge, using them to arrest and deport their spouses, VICTOR AYENI writes When Fred Omoruyi first met Jane in Accra, Ghana, in 2019, he had no idea that their acquaintance would spiral into a nightmare—one that Read More

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