Pastor Chris Okafor fails to honour police invitation
Pastor Chris Okafor, the founder of the Emmanual British Embassy (EBE) Ministry International, has failed to honour a police invitation issued in connection with alleged misconduct and public complaints against him, police sources have confirmed. The invitation was extended by the Nigeria Police Force as part of an ongoing inquiry, but the cleric did not appear at the designated command on the scheduled date. According to law enforcement officials, Okafor’s absence was noted without formal communication or request for an extension of his appearance, prompting the police to warn that continued failure to comply could lead to an enforcement action.
The police had reportedly invited the pastor to provide statements and assist with investigations into allegations that have drawn public attention and complaints. Although the specifics of the case have not been fully disclosed, authorities stressed that all citizens are expected to cooperate with lawful directives from security agencies. Police spokespersons emphasised that invitations are issued as part of normal procedures and do not amount to detention or arrest unless otherwise stated.
Supporters of Pastor Okafor have reacted on social media and in church circles, suggesting that the cleric could not attend due to international travel commitments or prior engagements, but no official statement has been released to confirm these explanations. Other commentators have urged Okafor to comply promptly with the invitation to avoid escalation and maintain public confidence in transparent resolution of the matter.
The police have reiterated that the matter remains active and that further directives will be communicated in accordance with legal guidelines. They also appealed to members of the public to allow due process to take its course, stressing that nobody is above the law and that cooperation with security agencies is essential for justice and order.
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