By Seun Adeosun
LAGOS, Nigeria — Televangelist and founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry, Dr. Chris Okafor, on Friday publicly denied allegations circulating online that he molested his daughters, describing the claims as false, malicious and damaging to his reputation.
Speaking with journalists, Okafor said the accusations were part of what he described as a coordinated online campaign driven by misinformation and one-sided narratives. He insisted he has never abused his children and rejected the allegations outright.
“I have never molested my children and I am not capable of such acts,” Okafor said. “These allegations are completely false and designed to destroy my name and ministry.”
The cleric pointed to past court proceedings related to the dissolution of his marriage, saying custody of the children was granted to him by the court. According to Okafor, the ruling reflected the court’s assessment of the children’s welfare and moral upbringing and contradicts the allegations now being circulated on social media.
“If there was any truth to these claims, the court would not have entrusted the children to my care,” he said.
Okafor alleged that the accusations resurfaced after he announced plans to remarry, suggesting that family tensions may have contributed to the situation. He said some of the narratives gaining traction online were fueled by misinformation and external influence rather than verified facts.
Addressing claims linked to alleged recordings and social media interviews, Okafor said he had personally spoken with his children, who he said denied that any form of molestation ever occurred.
“I have asked my children directly, and they have made it clear that nothing of the sort happened,” he said. “Yet these stories continue to spread without proper verification.”
He also criticised bloggers and online commentators, accusing some of prioritising sensationalism over accuracy. Okafor warned that unverified online reporting can cause lasting harm and called for stronger regulation to hold content creators accountable for defamatory publications.
“People must understand that chasing clicks with false stories can destroy lives,” he said.
Okafor said he remains confident that the truth will emerge and that his name will be cleared. He added that the controversy has not shaken his faith or ministry and praised his wife for standing by him during what he described as a difficult period.
As of the time of this report, the allegations remain contested, with Okafor maintaining his innocence and urging the public to exercise caution when engaging with unverified information online.
