Pastor’s Arrest Over Long-Term Affair Sparks Outrage as Angry Residents Vandalize Church While Social Media Erupts with Heated Debates and Mixed Reactions
A Nigerian pastor has been apprehended by police in Edo State for allegedly engaging in an extramarital affair with a married woman for over a decade.
A video circulating online shows the moment police escorted the clergyman from his residence to a patrol van. The arrest drew the attention of neighbors and onlookers, who gathered to witness the scene.
The pastor, whose identity remains undisclosed, was paraded around the community amidst outrage. Enraged residents vandalized his church, accusing him of breaching the moral standards expected of his position.
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Social media has been buzzing with reactions to the incident. Many criticized the pastor’s actions, while others questioned the involvement of law enforcement in what they perceived as a consensual relationship.
Social Media Reactions
One user, @queenmaynation, linked the incident to a similar controversy, writing, “This is exactly what Yul did to Mr. Obasi’s wife, but y’all are cheering him on. The same Judy granted an interview in 2016 saying she never intended to be an actress but her married boyfriend made it happen.”
Another user, @ada_ideato, commented, “The same members hyping you are still the ones that will push you to your waterloo! If you like, don’t keep your hands clean.”
While some criticized the pastor, others defended him. @godstime_xdm wrote, “He didn’t commit a crime; the woman should be arrested for deceiving her husband.”
The scandal has sparked debates about morality, accountability, and the role of religious leaders in upholding societal values.
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