The ongoing public dispute between popular Nigerian cleric, Pastor Chris Okafor, and a woman claiming to be his former wife, Agnes Bessem Okafor, has taken a new turn with fresh allegations from the ex-wife.
Ex-Wife Counters Public Denial with Private Evidence
In a recent development following a controversial apology video Pastor Chris Okafor shared in his church service on December 30, 2025, Bessem has granted an interview to address his claims. The cleric, through his lawyer, had previously released an official statement denying that the children were his and made allegations of infidelity against Bessem during the church service, even inviting his brother as a purported witness.
Reacting strongly, Bessem challenged Pastor Chris to publicly name the individual he accused her of cheating with. She also detailed her reasons for leaving the marriage and described the cleric's alleged response at that time.
Allegations of Private Apologies After Public Denial
In a significant new claim, Bessem stated that after Pastor Chris Okafor publicly disowned her children, he later contacted them privately to apologise. She alleged to possess voice notes of the cleric speaking to the children and referring to them as family.
"He reached out to them privately after publicly denying them," she claimed, adding that the pastor also sent intermediaries to apologise on his behalf. This, she argues, shows a stark contrast between his public persona and his private actions away from the spotlight.
Bessem further alleged that the cleric contacted her privately after she left the marriage, despite publicly distancing himself from the situation. She used strong language to criticise what she described as his two-faced behaviour.
Broader Context and Fan Reactions
This controversy unfolds amid other allegations against the pastor. A former choir member from his church has also come forward with personal accounts involving the cleric. Furthermore, content creator Doris Ogala previously shared details of a meeting with Pastor Chris Okafor, including a dollar gift and screenshots of messages.
The saga has sparked intense reactions from Nigerian netizens. Many have criticised Pastor Chris Okafor for not handling the matter privately.
Fan comments on social media include:
- @emeka.modestus: "I said it from the onset, this case would have been resolved amicably, but Chris chose violence... a pastor."
- @ogumelen7 pleaded: "Madam forgive him is the Father of your children whatever happens to him is a stain to your children."
- @therealeverjoy stated cryptically: "Alzertmiers, dementia for one person Mr Chris you don jam sorry pastor."
The situation remains unresolved, with Bessem continuing to speak out and share her side of the story, challenging the narrative presented by the cleric from the pulpit.
