US-Based Nigerian Woman Condemns OPM Pastor's Actions Towards Women
A Nigerian lady residing in the United States has publicly criticized Apostle Chibuzor Gift Chinyere, the founder of Omega Power Ministries (OPM), over recent marriage arrangements involving his autistic adopted son and veteran Nollywood actor Kenneth Aguba. Identified on Facebook as Chisom Pretty Okoli, she expressed strong disapproval in a post dated March 29, 2026, arguing that these incidents demonstrate a lack of regard for women within the church.
Chisom's Critique of the Autistic Son's Marriage
Chisom highlighted the recent wedding of Apostle Chibuzor's autistic adopted son, Aboy, to a single mother, which has stirred controversy on social media. She pointed out that the bride is significantly older, describing her as "old enough to be his mother," and questioned the pastor's motives. This event follows another well-publicized attempt by the pastor to find a wife for Kenneth Aguba, a homeless actor whom he took off the streets in 2022. According to Chisom, that effort failed because Aguba insisted on marrying only a pure woman from Israel, rejecting Nigerian candidates.
Message to Female OPM Members
In her Facebook post, Chisom directly addressed women attending OPM, asserting that their general overseer does not value them. She wrote, "He no rate women. I hope the women in his church are aware of this. He no rate una!" This statement has ignited a broader conversation about gender dynamics and respect within religious institutions in Nigeria. Chisom's critique suggests that both cases—Aguba's rejection of Nigerian women and the marriage of the autistic son to an older single mother—reflect a pattern of disregard for women's dignity and autonomy.
Mixed Reactions from Nigerians
The post has garnered diverse responses from Nigerians on social media. Some users defended the pastor, emphasizing that the marriages were consensual. For instance, Uchechi Gifted commented, "Omoh lets stop being judgmental because he never forced her to marry him. So it's her choice." Others, like Ifechukwu Ifee Uwaks, supported Chisom's viewpoint, stating, "No religion or religious leader actually rates women. But guess the people who will attack you when you point out these things?"
Additional reactions included:
- Ola Collins: "Some people no still believe sey opportunity come but once ...she differentiate herself from poverty for life...na you dey wait for active Bobo."
- Xommy Love: "Na lie, na the women no rate themselves, the marriage no be by force, is like an open cheque."
- Chiedozie M. Joseph: "Nah because say d woman no be oyibo woman abi all dis our Nigeria young boys wey dey marry oyibo wey dey 60 - 70 years nko. Make we free d woman nah her choice and money dey involve again join."
- Elizabeth Friday Ayobami: "As far as I'm concerned, she wasn't dragged into the marriage, she made her choice."
Background on Kenneth Aguba's Situation
Previously, Apostle Chibuzor had provided updates on Kenneth Aguba, explaining the challenges in finding him a wife due to Aguba's specific demand for an Israeli partner. The pastor recounted how Aguba refused caregivers and potential Nigerian brides, leading to the unsuccessful matchmaking effort. This context adds depth to Chisom's criticism, as she connects it to the recent marriage of the autistic son, suggesting a consistent theme in the pastor's approach to women's roles.
The debate continues to unfold online, with many Nigerians weighing in on issues of consent, tradition, and the influence of religious leaders in personal matters. As discussions persist, this incident highlights broader societal concerns about gender equality and the treatment of vulnerable individuals in Nigeria.
