Fred Iloegbunam Urges Doris Ogala to End Public Attacks on Pastor Chris Okafor
By The People’s Voice Nigeria News
Public commentator and analyst, Fred Iloegbunam, has called on Nollywood actress Doris Ogala to stop what he described as continuous public attacks against Pastor Chris Okafor, the General Overseer of Greater Liberation City, saying the issue has moved beyond storytelling into what appears to be a sustained campaign of character damage.
In a press statement made available to The People’s Voice Nigeria News on Friday, Iloegbunam noted that while Ogala was entitled to narrate her experience, the repeated resurfacing of allegations, accompanied by evolving claims and the introduction of new parties, raises concerns about motive and fairness.
According to him, the actress has, over time, granted several interviews, released videos and published lengthy social media posts detailing her version of events. He argued that although the right to speak out should be protected, there comes a point when a matter ceases to contribute to truth-seeking or healing.
“What is now being presented to the public no longer appears to be a consistent narrative,” Iloegbunam stated. “Instead, it has become a shifting account, with new accusations, unnamed conspirators and alleged external forces repeatedly introduced.”
He warned that public outrage on social media should not be mistaken for due process, stressing that public opinion is not a substitute for judicial determination. Iloegbunam further cautioned against drawing uninvolved individuals into what he described as a private dispute, noting that such actions could unfairly damage reputations.
The analyst also referenced Pastor Chris Okafor’s public apology over the matter, questioning what further outcome was being sought through continuous public accusations.
“Apologies have been made. Positions have been stated. If there is incontrovertible evidence, the courts remain the appropriate forum for resolution,” he said.
Iloegbunam added that persistent media trials driven by emotion and repetition risk undermining legitimate grievances, if any exist, while also deepening public division.
He appealed for restraint, noting that Nigeria is already grappling with significant national challenges, including economic hardship and insecurity, and does not benefit from the escalation of personal disputes into prolonged public spectacles.
The statement concluded with a call for all parties involved to allow the matter to rest and move forward, with Iloegbunam suggesting that silence may now be the most responsible response.
