Nigerian Lady Voices Concerns Over Apostle Chibuzor's Marriage Arrangement for Autistic Son
A Nigerian lady has ignited a social media controversy by speaking out against Apostle Chibuzor Gift Chinyere, the General Overseer of Omega Power Ministry (OPM), over his alleged offer of financial incentives to a woman to marry his adopted autistic son. The pastor recently announced the wedding of his son, Aboy, who was abandoned at his gate as a child, and detailed substantial benefits for the bride, including cash gifts, free housing, and overseas vacations.
Details of the Alleged Marriage Offer and Benefits
Apostle Chibuzor took to his Facebook page to publicize the marriage arrangement, stating that any woman willing to marry Aboy would receive all marital rites paid, free accommodation for life, a monthly salary for life, and a house built for the couple. Following this, he confirmed the wedding took place on March 29, 2026, and announced additional rewards: a 10 million Naira wedding gift, a free house, an overseas vacation, and 20 million Naira if Aboy is alive in ten years. He also noted that church members contributed donations and claimed miraculous improvements in Aboy's condition post-marriage.
Social Media Reaction and Critical Questions
In response, a young lady using the handle @bilionaire_dgb criticized the pastor's actions on her social media page. She questioned the ethics of offering money to what she described as "desperate, lazy women" to marry autistic men, asking, "Must they marry?" Instead, she proposed that Apostle Chibuzor should have focused on providing the boy with a nurse or other care services to support his needs, rather than arranging a marriage.
Her comments have fueled online discussions, with many users debating the appropriateness of the pastor's approach. Some argue it promotes dependency and exploitation, while others defend it as an act of kindness and support for a vulnerable individual.
Background on Aboy and Apostle Chibuzor's Past Actions
Aboy is not the biological son of Apostle Chibuzor; he was adopted after being abandoned at the pastor's gate by unknown parents. The pastor has a history of charitable acts that have made headlines in Nigeria, including this marriage arrangement. In a related story, he previously shared that Aboy appeared calmer after just one day of marriage, attributing it to divine intervention.
Meanwhile, other reports indicate public scrutiny over the wedding, with some questioning why the bride's background—she has three children from a deceased father—was only revealed after the ceremony, leading to further social media backlash.
This incident highlights ongoing debates about care for individuals with autism, the role of religious leaders in personal matters, and the ethical implications of financial incentives in relationships.
