The Anambra State Government has arrested the Pastor-in-Charge of Day Spring Assembly, Awada, Onitsha, Pastor Harrison Charles Anazodo, over allegations of snatching married women from their husbands. The suspect was taken into custody by operatives of Agunechemba on Friday, June 12, 2026, following viral videos containing several allegations against him.
Allegations of Wife-Swapping
Men, mostly members of his church, also accused him of forcing them to swap wives. During the arrest, about 11 babies were found in his possession, which he could not account for.
Woman Accuses Cleric of Misconduct
In one of the videos circulating online, a yet-to-be-identified woman accused the cleric of engaging in various forms of misconduct, including interfering in marriages, marrying about 75 wives, taking other men's wives, marrying underage girls, and using charms to deceive members. She said, "It's important now that Governor Soludo is arresting fake pastors, to quickly launch an investigation into the church because a lot of evil is going on in the church."
Government Confirms Investigation
Dr. Ejimofor Opara, the Special Adviser on Media to the Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, confirmed the arrest and added that the suspect is currently being investigated by the police in collaboration with the state government. He called on anyone with information about the pastor's alleged activities to reach out to the Special Adviser to the Governor on Community Security, Ken Emeakayi, with relevant testimony.
Pastor Claims Babies Are His
The statement read: "Pastor Harrison Charles, owner of Day Spring Assembly in Awada, Onitsha, was arrested by operatives of Agunechemba following a viral video containing several allegations against him. He is currently being investigated by the police in collaboration with the Anambra State Government. During his arrest, about 11 babies were found in his home. He claims to be the father of these 11 babies, stating that they are from 11 of his wives. He also claims he does not know the number of wives he has married or the total number of children he has."
Appeal for Information
While investigations continue, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Community Security, Mr. Ken Emeakayi, has urged anyone with additional information to report it to the State Government via 08034182108.
