In a dramatic development to the ongoing scandal, Pastor Chris Okafor has publicly tendered an apology to Nollywood actress Doris Ogala following weeks of damaging headlines.
The Context
The clergyman has been at the center of a media storm after Ogala accused him of a breach of promise to marry, engaging in a romantic relationship with her, and allegedly sharing explicit photos of his daughters.
Kneeling at the Altar
In a viral video, the pastor was seen kneeling at the altar to address the congregation and the public. While he admitted that mistakes were made, he firmly maintained that the specific allegations leveled against him by the actress were factually incorrect.
Despite denying the accusations, he offered a direct apology to the actress and anyone else hurt by the controversy.
He stated:
“Everything that was said is not true. There are so many lies in most of the things that were said. I’m sorry to everyone I’ve offended , to the Doris Ogala, I also say sorry and I apologize”
“I Don’t Lie” – Doris Ogala Reacts
The actress wasted no time in responding to the public display of contrition. Taking to her Instagram page, Ogala announced that she has forgiven the cleric. However, she took strong exception to his claim that her narrative was false.
She made it clear that while she accepts the apology, she stands by her story.
She wrote:
“CHRIS OKAFOR I FORGIVE YOU BUT THERES A PROBLEM. WHERE YOU SAID EVERYTHING IS A LIE. I HAVE A PROBLEM WITH THAT BECAUSE I DONT LIE”