Public Figure Faces Scrutiny Over Son's Marriage Arrangements
A Nigerian man has ignited significant online debate after publicly criticizing Apostle Chibuzor of Omega Power Ministry (OPM) regarding the marriage arrangement for his autistic son, Aboy. The critic expressed strong disapproval of how the entire marriage process was managed, particularly questioning the adequacy of background investigations conducted on the bride before the wedding ceremony on Sunday, March 30, 2026.
Allegations of Insufficient Background Verification
In a widely circulated Facebook video that has gained substantial traction, the man asserted that Apostle Chibuzor failed to conduct proper due diligence regarding the bride's personal history. According to his claims, many wedding attendees initially believed the bride had maintained her virginity based on her statements during the ceremony, only to later discover she was actually a mother of three children.
The critic specifically referenced the bride's altar declaration, stating: "She didn't say she was keeping herself o, she just insinuated it. She said she had been keeping herself... Now, 'keeping yourself' could mean that, okay, after a particular while, for a while, I've not done anything. She also said it was the Spirit, the Holy Spirit that told her... That's a big lie!"
Financial Concerns and Past Patterns Questioned
Beyond the immediate marriage concerns, the commentator also directed criticism toward Apostle Chibuzor's financial decision-making patterns. He questioned the pastor's apparent tendency to make significant financial commitments without thorough preliminary investigations, drawing parallels to previous situations involving the ministry's beneficiaries.
"Why is it that you don't like doing investigation properly before you spend money? Na so you do with those Chicken Republic boys. Your intention is good, but this is Nigeria. As you de do good, you go open your two eye," the man stated in the viral video.
Public Reaction and Social Media Commentary
The critic's observations have generated substantial engagement across social media platforms, with numerous users expressing their perspectives on the matter. Several commenters echoed concerns about the timing of such revelations, suggesting that proper vetting should have occurred before rather than after the marriage ceremony.
One social media user remarked: "They supposed to ask all this before marriage na," while another noted: "Thought all this question was supposed to come before the marriage." A different commentator offered an alternative perspective, suggesting: "He must have made finding and know many things about her. But he needed to make that video so the public can be aware too."
Post-Marriage Considerations and Family Dynamics
Despite his criticisms, the man acknowledged that the marriage has already been solemnized and emphasized the importance of proper care for the autistic groom moving forward. He stated: "The guy don marry, don marry... Just take care of that guy well. Pastor want him to have children so that he go get family of his own."
This development follows recent reports about Apostle Chibuzor's autistic son, including the pastor's social media updates about changes observed in the young man following his marriage. The controversy emerges alongside other news involving the religious leader, including reports of receiving luxury gifts from followers shortly after his son's wedding ceremony.
The situation raises broader questions about marriage arrangements involving individuals with special needs, the responsibilities of religious leaders in such processes, and the expectations for transparency in marital preparations within Nigerian religious communities.
