Social media has been buzzing with reactions following the wedding of popular Nigerian cleric, Pastor Chris Okafor, which took place amid an ongoing controversy involving Nollywood actress Doris Ogala.
The wedding, reportedly held on Tuesday, came shortly after the actress publicly accused the pastor of ending their relationship to marry another woman, despite allegedly promising her marriage after what she described as eight years of an intimate relationship.
The actress had earlier sparked widespread debate online after releasing alleged chat messages between herself and the cleric. The leaks triggered mixed reactions, with many social media users condemning the pastor for allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship while others criticised the actress for remaining in such a situation for years.
Following the controversy, the actress reportedly attempted to take her own life and later vowed to disrupt the pastor’s wedding, demanding a house as compensation for what she claimed she had endured during the relationship.
Despite the drama, photos and videos from Pastor Okafor’s wedding ceremony have since surfaced online and quickly gained traction across social media platforms.
The images reignited heated discussions, with many commenters expressing shock that the bride went ahead with the marriage in spite of what they described as numerous red flags surrounding the pastor’s personal life. Some users warned that history could repeat itself, while others questioned the wisdom of proceeding with the union amid unresolved allegations.
Further reports have also resurfaced online noting that Pastor Chris Okafor previously divorced his former wife, Bessem Okafor, in 2014, following allegations of domestic abuse and assault; claims that have once again become part of the wider conversation surrounding his marriage.
Overall, public reaction to the wedding has been largely critical, with many observers expressing scepticism, concern, and disbelief, while a few others simply wished the couple well despite the controversy.
