A controversial video from 2019 featuring Pastor Chris Okafor performing a dramatic healing miracle has resurfaced online, reigniting public debate and scrutiny. The clip's return to the spotlight coincides with the ongoing public saga between the cleric and Nollywood actress Doris Ogala, who has recently made several allegations against him.
The Resurfaced 2019 Church Service
The video, originally shared by Facebook user Awuzie Frankline, captures a service at the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry, also known as Liberation City. In the footage, a woman approaches Pastor Okafor, seeking healing for her stunted right arm. According to the pastor's narration, the woman claimed her condition began after a dream where three people pushed her.
Pastor Okafor is heard telling the congregation that the woman had been medically told there was "no bone" in the affected arm. He then made a striking declaration: "If witches can do this, my God can do better than witches." The scene intensified as the woman cried out in apparent pain.
The Dramatic "Bone Retrieval" Moment
The cleric proceeded with a fervent prayer, directing his commands toward what he described as "the household of witches." He repeatedly demanded, "Give me the bone; give me her bones," while making forceful hand gestures. Moments later, the woman was seen stretching out her previously shrunken arm, to the ecstatic jubilation of the congregation. The successful healing was met with loud cheers and songs of worship.
However, the authenticity of this miracle is now under intense scrutiny. Reports and social media users have pointed out that the same woman appears in other videos, allegedly presenting the same condition during prayer sessions with different, unidentified pastors. This revelation has fueled skepticism and accusations of staged performances.
Netizens React Amid Ongoing Ogala Saga
The video's resurgence has sparked heated discussions online, particularly in the context of actress Doris Ogala's persistent calls against Pastor Okafor. Social media reactions compiled by Legit.ng show a divided public.
Many users expressed doubt. Fonny Nat commented, "I've seen this same woman in one church too i don't want to mention name oo....." Echoing this, Chrisantus Elemuwa stated, "Omo no be lie ooooo I've seen this woman in at least 3 miracle show churches all on this internet space."
Others questioned the mechanics of the ailment. Eucharia Njideka Santos asked, "How did she fold the hands like that in the first place?" while Lordress Eva pondered, "But I dey see as the bone re arrange well, abi na me no dey see well."
Some comments were outright accusatory. Samuel Egbo called her an "award-winning woman" who "cashed out in many churches," and Ogbozor Anthony Ugochukwu used the incident to caution about pastoral influence. Despite the criticism, some supporters like Don Martins maintained that "Pastor Chris Okafor is a good man and a good prophet."
Background of the Current Controversy
This renewed examination of Pastor Okafor's past actions comes as he and his new wife, Pearl, recently responded to a viral controversy. Actress Doris Ogala had leaked a private, unclad picture of the pastor online, hinting at more revelations to come. This action spurred widespread speculation across Nigerian social media, putting the pastor's personal and professional life under an unforgiving microscope.
The resurfaced miracle video, originally from 2019, has now become a key piece of evidence for skeptics and a point of defense for supporters, ensuring that the pastor remains a trending topic amidst allegations and ongoing public drama.
