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TB Joshua: Why CAN, PFN have not sent condolence messages, Obaseki
TB Joshua: Why CAN, PFN have not sent condolence messages, Obaseki
From Elvis Omoregie, Benin
On TB Joshua, The senior pastor of Divine Grace of Glory Church Intl, Benin, Pastor Peter Israel Obaseki, yesterday said the Christian Association of Nigeria, (CAN) and the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) have refused to send their condolence messages to the family of late TB Joshua because they didn’t believe in his style of ministry.
He disclosed this while answering questions from newsmen in Benin City.
Pastor who described TB Joshua as a philanthropist as well as his own father and mentor, said he is not surprised that the both religious bodies have not sent their condolences because it would be difficult to sympathize with a course which you don’t share in.
“Well, Prophet TB Joshua, is a man of God, why I think he has not been in CAN or in PFN is because, many of the Christian bodies have not believed in his ministry.
“That has been the matter. So when you don’t believe in me, you become one that is doubting my ministry, it will be difficulty rather for me to associate with you.
“So, I think that is the reason. We have not seeing him in CAN meeting, PFN meeting and other Christian bodies but he is a man that stands on his own, that came with a new dimension of Christianity, a new dimension of power according to the revelations of the Holy Spirit to him and by the divine impactation he has received from the Holy Spirit.
“That makes his ministry to be different and because of that difference, many people misconstrued him, not believing him because the way God manifested through him became what many Christian bodies were doubting and this very caused a lot of issues.
“It is now many are trying to come to understand his ministry because many that criticized years back, they are coming to understand that yes, of a truth, this man is a man of God and not as we thought because at the earlier stage, many were calling him Antichrist, at the earlier stage, many were calling him a false prophet and which he never gave attention. TB Joshua stayed focused in the area God has called him”, Obaseki explained.
The clergyman said he has not been himself since he got the news of his death noting that the last time himself and his wife met with him, he prayed for him and bade him goodbye without him (Obaseki) knowing that was the last moment he was going to see him.
He called on the family of the bereaved prophet to take solace in God and in the legacies he left behind.
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Sahara Reporters Lied! Pastor O.C Benjamin Denies Ever Meeting Apostle Suleman In Viral Video
Sahara Reporters Lied! Pastor O.C. Benjamin Denies Ever Meeting Apostle Suleman In Viral Video
Pastor O.C Benjamin of the Fulfillers House Church Assemble has described as “lie from the pit of hell” a story published by an online publication, Sahara Reporters, that he was used to stage a miracle by the Omega Fire Ministry’s General Overseer, Apostle Johnson Suleman, to “raise the dead”.
In a video that has gone viral online, Apostle Benjamin punctured Sahara Reporters’ story declaring that he has never met Apostle Johnson Suleman in person, let alone being used by him to stage a miracle.
According to Apostle O.C. Benjamin in the viral video;
“God bless you, ladies and gentlemen. Apostle Ozi Benjamin is his name. Lately, my attention was drawn to a news item that has been flying on the internet that I, Apostle Ozi Benjamin said that Prophet (Prof.) Apostle Johnson Suleman gave me a substance with which I injected a dead person, and the dead person came back to life. I want the general public to please neglect such news.
I have never met with Apostle Johnson Suleman; Apostle Johnson Suleman does not even know me in person. I only watch him online preaching from a distance. This is propaganda from the pit of hell. Usually, anytime there are criticisms or propaganda against my person on the internet, I don’t respond. I am responding to this latest one because they’re trying to drag me into collision with Apostle Johnson Suleman.
This does not have anything to do with Apostle Johnson Suleman. I want everyone to disregard this news. I wonder what kind of lie this is.
I had never handled a syringe before, let alone injected someone. I want the general public to please neglect such news. It is a pure lie, balderdash. And all those spreading such a news, one day God’s judgement is going to rest upon you.”
See the video below;
Timothy Omotoso Released After Lengthy Trial as Gqeberha High Court Delivers Judgment. By George Omagbemi Sylvester
Sahara Weekly Reports That Timothy Omotoso, a Nigerian pastor and leader of the Jesus Dominion International (JDI) church, was arrested in April 2017 on multiple charges, including racketeering, trafficking in persons, rape, and sexual assault. His arrest led to a protracted legal battle that spanned nearly eight years, marked by numerous delays and legal maneuvers. As of April 2, 2025, the Gqeberha High Court is scheduled to deliver judgment in his case.
Background and Arrest
Omotoso’s JDI church had major branches in South Africa, Nigeria, and Israel, with its headquarters in Durban, South Africa. He was often referred to as “the man of God” by his followers. The allegations against him and his co-accused, Lusanda Sulani and Zikiswa Sitho, involved recruiting congregants, employees, or individuals under the pretext of offering spiritual benefits or improving their quality of life. These individuals were allegedly transported to various locations, including Durban, Israel, or Nigeria, where they were subjected to strict control and, in some cases, sexual exploitation.
Legal Proceedings and Delays
The trial faced numerous delays since the arrest in April 2017. Omotoso made multiple applications for a mistrial, citing prosecutorial misconduct and other issues. In October 2023, the Gqeberha High Court dismissed an application for discharge brought by Omotoso and his co-accused. However, the court acquitted them of almost half of the charges, reducing the number from 63 to 32. The remaining charges included several counts of rape and sexual assault.
The delays in the trial led to some witnesses withdrawing from the case, indicating they had moved on with their lives and were not interested in reliving their experiences in court. This contributed to the reduction of charges. Despite these challenges, the prosecution remained committed to finalizing the case and serving justice for the victims.
Current Status
As of April 2, 2025, the Gqeberha High Court is set to deliver judgment in the case against Omotoso and his co-accused. The outcome will determine their legal standing and potential sentencing. Omotoso has been denied bail throughout the trial, while Sulani and Sitho have been out on bail.
Conclusion
The case of Timothy Omotoso has been a complex and lengthy legal battle, highlighting challenges in the judicial process, especially concerning cases involving multiple jurisdictions and sensitive allegations. The scheduled judgment on April 2, 2025, is a significant milestone in this protracted case, potentially bringing closure to the involved parties.
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