Pastor Chris Okafor, founder of Grace Nation Bible Ministry, has spoken out amidst the swirling controversy involving actress Doris Ogala, emphasizing that any allegations against him must be substantiated in court.

Okafor made the remarks on Sunday during his marriage thanksgiving service, addressing the issue indirectly amid widespread social media discussion. The controversy follows the arrest of Doris Ogala at her residence on Saturday, December 20, 2025, after she publicly accused Okafor of failing to fulfill a marriage promise.

During his sermon, Okafor explained that his earlier silence was guided by divine instruction and a sense of prudence. He acknowledged that being misrepresented is painful but said he chose not to engage publicly with the claims.

“Though it can be painful to be misrepresented for what you are not, we leave it there for now. Thanks be unto the Lord,” he stated.

The pastor also suggested that responding directly to detractors could unintentionally glorify them. “We will never dignify a mad devil by replying. That would amount to glorifying the devil,” he remarked.

Okafor spoke about the personal nature of his relationship with God, asserting that it remains unshaken by public opinion. “Since I grew up, I have known this man as my father, and nobody can tell me anything about Him. I know Him, and no outsider knows Him better than I do,” he said.

He further urged his congregation to respect the ongoing legal process. “There’s a law in this country that works, and we follow it. Everything you say must be proven in court. We are not silent; we are praying and following the right path. The truth will come out,” he emphasized.

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Hinting at undisclosed aspects of the case, Okafor revealed that certain details cannot be made public due to the ongoing investigation. “There are reports that will surprise you about people involved behind the scenes. But because the authorities are handling the matter, I cannot discuss it publicly. I will not jeopardize the investigation or the legal process,” he added.

Reiterating a key legal principle, the pastor concluded, “He that alleges must prove.”