The Enugu State Police Command said it has arrested a self-acclaimed pastor, Sunday Egbo, General Overseer and founder of Christ Mercy Ministry, Ajuonu, Obukpa, Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State.
While parading him on Tuesday, a small coffin, multiple female pants and braziers recovered from his house, were on display to the public and newsmen.
The pastor allegedly raped a female member who had come for prayers, a development which led to his arrest and subsequent recovery of the items, Daily Post reports.
The Enugu State Police Commissioner, Ahmad Abdur-Rahman, who paraded him alongside 36 other suspects, said Samuel returned “at about 2300 hrs and dragged her to his room, brought out a magic stone and threatened to kill her if she raises alarm.”
He further stated that after the rape, “he seized her pant, brazier and brought small bottle and wanted to insert it into her private part. She struggled and ran out naked.”
Speaking to journalists, the pastor said that he procurred the coffin and other items from a native doctor in Kogi State, with the hope of making money and attracting favour.
While admitting to raping the female member, the pastor said,
“I wanted to have sex with her but she refused. So, I raped her.
“I paid the native doctor N200,000, to get the coffin and the flute. He told me to do certain things, after which I will get a Ghana-Must-Go bag full of money in my room.
“But after two weeks, the money did not come as the native doctor told me.”
He left advice for Nigerians and other men of God.
“I believe I was deceived. So, I’m advising other men of God to follow the ways of God. There is no need seeking power and favour from wrong ways.
“I also advice Christians to be mindful of the places they go for prayers,” he said.
Also paraded was an Inspector of Police, Maaling Peter of Rijana Police Station, Kaduna State, and two others for alleged kidnapping.
The CP assured residents of the Coal City State of adequate security, with a warning on all criminals to turn a new leaf or leave the State.
