Televangelist and Founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry, Dr Chris Okafor, has raised concerns over what he described as cyberbullying and called for stronger regulation of Nigeria’s digital space.
Speaking at a press briefing in Lagos on Thursday, Okafor expressed frustration over the activities of bloggers and social media influencers, accusing many of spreading unverified information and damaging reputations.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that in November 2025, Nollywood actress Doris Ogala alleged that Okafor had been involved in a long-standing relationship with her and had failed to fulfil a promise to marry her.
Ogala further accused the cleric of killing her brother and burying the head of an unidentified murdered person at the altar of his church in the Ojodu area of Lagos State.
Reacting to the controversy, Okafor said that the most painful part of the situation was how bloggers and influencers allegedly attacked him based on accusations without proof or giving him the opportunity to respond.
“It is so sad that most of the so-called influencers we have often connived with people to come up with fabulous lies to attract traffic to their blogs.
“Many Nigerians have suffered and are still suffering from the lies of bloggers and most often, they get away with it after destroying the image of their targets.
“Very few times, some of the influencers were arrested and dragged to court but 90 per cent of them often go free for far-fetched lies against people.
“Nigeria must find a way to safeguard its internet space, especially to ensure that innocent citizens do not get shattered over lies, demeaning their image,” he said.
The pastor stressed the need for the National Assembly to introduce laws that would regulate online activities and ensure that offenders are punished to serve as a warning to others.
He also called on cybercrime authorities to intensify efforts in tracking digital offences and bringing perpetrators to justice.
Reflecting on his experience, Okafor lamented that many bloggers and members of the public failed to seek facts or ask critical questions before accepting the allegations against him.
