'Arrangee’ Miracle Scandal: Eight Pastors Arraigned Over Alleged Fake Healings in Anambra
The pastors were arraigned by the Anambra State Government through the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Tobechukwu Nweke, on charges bordering on alleged fraudulent religious practices, obtaining money under false pretences, and using places of worship for unlawful activities.
Following their arraignment, the court ordered that the defendants be remanded in custody pending further proceedings and adjourned the matter until June 15, 2026, for hearing and consideration of bail applications.
According to court filings, the defendants are facing charges under Sections 18(3) and 19(1) of the Anambra State Homeland Security Law, 2025, over allegations relating to the use of fake supernatural claims and the use of religious centres for unlawful purposes. They were also charged under Section 3(1) of the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Fraud Related Offences Act, 2006.
Prosecutors alleged that the clerics recruited individuals to act as worshippers receiving miraculous healings, deliverance, and other forms of supernatural intervention during church services and programmes.
The prosecution further told the court that some of the accused worked alongside agents allegedly responsible for sourcing and coordinating individuals used in the purported miracle performances.
According to the state government, the alleged activities were designed to persuade worshippers and members of the public to make donations and financial contributions based on claims of miraculous manifestations.
Speaking after the court proceedings, Attorney General Nweke said the government had assembled substantial evidence, including recorded statements allegedly obtained from some of the defendants, which would be presented during trial.
He described the prosecution as part of broader efforts by the state government to address the exploitation of residents through deceptive religious and traditional practices.
Those named in the charges include Ndubisi Nnachukwu of Omega Dominion Ministry, Ekeleme Chris Ugochukwu of Cloud of Glory Prophetic Ministry, Bishop Emeka Nwamkpa of Chapel of Faith Ministry, Peter Chukwu of Messiah Adoration Ministry, Chinedu Egwuonwu of Citadel of Grace Ministry, Ebele Nnachukwu of Jehovah the Mighty Than All Ministry, Miracle Iruoma of City of Power Ministry, and Chukwukadibia Ogwuama of Land of Testimony Adoration Ministry.
The case is expected to serve as one of the early tests of the implementation of the Anambra State Homeland Security Law, 2025, as authorities intensify actions against alleged fraudulent activities carried out under religious and traditional settings.
