In an incident that has attracted widespread condemnation, Pastor Paul Enenche, the senior minister at Dunamis International Gospel Centre in Abuja, Nigeria, has publicly berated and accused one of his church members of lying during a testimony session.
A video that spread quickly across social media yesterday, Sunday, captured a shocking exchange between Pastor Enenche and one of his church members during a testimony session. The pastor was seen openly doubting the veracity of the member’s story and aggressively interrogating her, questioning her credibility in a manner many have deemed inappropriate.
In a highly controversial moment, the church member, Anyim Vera, was testifying before the congregation about her recent “BSc in Law” graduation from the National Open University of Nigeria. However, Pastor Enenche interjected, abruptly cutting her off and publicly accusing her of lying. The pastor claimed that Vera’s speaking manner and her description of her degree didn’t match up with what a law graduate should be able to do.
Following the incident, internet sleuths delved into Anyim Vera’s online presence, unearthing her Facebook page and discovering photos that seemingly validated her claims of a “BSc in Law” from NOUN. To further support Vera’s assertions, a list of graduates who participated in the university’s April 13 convocation ceremony was also found, bearing Vera’s name and corroborating her story. This revelation has only served to deepen the controversy surrounding Pastor Enenche’s treatment of Vera during the testimony session.
The controversy surrounding Pastor Enenche’s treatment of Anyim Vera has unleashed a heated debate on social media, with diverse viewpoints emerging from both sides. Many people are calling for Pastor Enenche to issue a public apology for his aggressive and humiliating behavior towards Vera during the testimony session.
On the other hand, some individuals are supporting the pastor’s questioning of Vera’s testimony, arguing that he was justified in his skepticism and had the right to challenge her claims.
Some social media users have offered an alternative perspective, suggesting that Vera’s perceived lack of eloquence may have contributed to the misunderstanding with Pastor Enenche. However, many others remain firmly against the pastor’s actions, viewing them as unduly harsh and representing poor judgment on his part.
The incident has sparked a contentious online discourse, with members of the digital community raising questions about the pastor’s conduct and the wider implications of the case for church-goer relations.