Nigerian Governor arraigns 8 ‘fake’ pastors as details Emerge
- Anambra State charges eight individuals for violating the Homeland Security Law
- Government crackdown targets fake religious figures exploiting faith for criminal activities
- Attorney General leads prosecution to enhance public safety and restore community trust
Anambra state - The Anambra State Government has arraigned eight individuals described as “fake pastors” for allegedly breaching provisions of the 2025 Homeland Security Law.
The accused persons include Peter Chukwu, Chinedu Egwuonwu, Bishop Emeka Nwankpa, Ebele Nnachukwu, Ekeleme Chris Ugochukwu, Ndubisi Nnachukwu, Miracle Iruoma, and Chukwukadibia Ogwuama.
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They were brought before the relevant authorities as part of an ongoing enforcement drive targeting persons accused of exploiting religious platforms for unlawful activities.
Anambra govt intensifies enforcement of security law
The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Tobechukwu Nweke, is leading the prosecution in the case, which officials say is aimed at strengthening public safety and restoring order in the state.
Authorities say the prosecution falls under the broader security framework introduced by the administration of Governor Chukwuma Soludo, which targets individuals allegedly using spiritual or religious cover to mislead residents and support criminal networks.
State vows to curb criminal exploitation of religion
The state government has intensified its clampdown on what it describes as fake spiritual operators, including pastors, native doctors, and other self-proclaimed religious figures accused of deceiving the public.
Officials maintain that the campaign is not against religion, but rather against individuals allegedly exploiting faith for criminal gain.
The government says the enforcement of the Homeland Security Law will continue as part of efforts to enhance safety, accountability, and trust within communities across Anambra State.
Soludo slammed over arrest of fake pastors
A social commentator, Chijioke Okafor, has urged Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, to prioritise infrastructure and economic development while ensuring that law enforcement actions do not overshadow governance priorities.
According to him, while the government has the responsibility to enforce laws and maintain public order, greater attention should be given to improving roads, healthcare facilities, schools and job creation across the state.
"Anambra people want to see more investments in infrastructure, urban renewal and economic opportunities. Issues relating to religious practices should be handled strictly within the law, but the government's major focus should remain on delivering tangible development that improves the lives of residents," he said.
Okafor added that sustained investments in critical infrastructure would have a more lasting impact on the state's growth and competitiveness.
Gunmen attack Soludo's convoy
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that the Anambra state Government has confirmed a deadly attack on the convoy of the Chief of Staff to Governor Chukwuma Soludo, Chief Ben Nwankwo.
The attack was said to be carried out along the Amansea–Awa–Ufuma Road in Orumba North Local Government Area.
Source: Legit.ng
