…calls for stronger laws against cyberbullying
Televangelist and founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry, Pastor Chris Okafor, has raised concerns over what he described as rising cyberbullying, calling for stricter regulation of Nigeria’s digital space.
Speaking at a press briefing in Lagos on Thursday, Okafor expressed displeasure over the activities of some bloggers and social media influencers, whom he accused of spreading unverified information and damaging people’s reputations.
The cleric’s comments followed allegations made in November 2025 by Nollywood actress Doris Ogala, who claimed she had been in a long-term relationship with Okafor and accused him of failing to fulfil a promise to marry her.
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Ogala also alleged that the pastor was responsible for the killing of her brother and claimed that the head of an unidentified murdered person was buried at the altar of his church in the Ojodu area of Lagos State.
Reacting to the allegations, Okafor said the most painful aspect of the controversy was the manner in which bloggers and influencers amplified the claims without verification or giving him the opportunity to respond.
He accused some online platforms of deliberately publishing falsehoods to generate traffic, noting that such actions often leave innocent people publicly discredited.
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“It is unfortunate that many so-called influencers connive to fabricate stories just to attract attention,” he said, adding that several Nigerians have suffered reputational damage due to what he described as reckless online reporting.
Okafor lamented that while a few bloggers have faced legal consequences in the past, many continue to spread false claims without accountability.
He called on the National Assembly to enact laws that would regulate online activities and ensure that offenders are adequately punished to deter others.
The cleric also urged cybercrime agencies to intensify efforts at tracking digital offences and prosecuting those responsible.
Reflecting on his experience, Okafor said many members of the public failed to seek facts or ask critical questions before accepting the allegations against him, stressing the need for safeguards to protect innocent citizens in the digital age.