Pastor Chris Okafor returns to church just weeks after stepping down
Pastor Chris Okafor, founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracles Ministry, returned to the pulpit in his Lagos church on Sunday, 1 February 2026, and was received with overwhelming joy by his congregation, who celebrated his comeback after weeks away from church leadership.
The welcome was marked by dancing, singing, and colourful displays as members expressed their excitement at his reappearance following his temporary step-down late last year.
Videos shared online captured the lively atmosphere inside the church, where choir members dressed in bright blue uniforms moved energetically to songs of praise while holding placards and presenting flowers to the pastor as he walked through the crowd.
The service carried a tone of celebration, signalling the end of his short retreat from ministry duties as the congregation jubilated.
Legit.ng earlier reported that Okafor had announced his decision to step aside during the New Year’s crossover service, explaining that he needed time for personal reflection and to focus on his new marriage after his wedding in December 2025.
His decision to step down came at a time of heightened public attention, as Nollywood actress Doris Ogala had levelled serious allegations against him, including claims of sexual misconduct, threats to her life, and financial deception involving a large sum.
These accusations quickly spread across social media, drawing commentary from social media users, religious leaders and prompting police involvement.
In response to the controversy, Okafor addressed his congregation in a Sunday service, acknowledging his past mistakes and asking for forgiveness from those affected, the wider Christian community and anyone he may have wronged, while denying the specific allegations.
Despite the ongoing police investigation and Ogala’s insistence that the matter is unresolved, his return to the pulpit showed the strong loyalty of his followers, who turned his comeback into a moment of celebration.
