Gov. Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra said several suspected fake pastors arrested in the state are in custody where they are assisting investigators with useful confessions.
Soludo said this on Sunday while defending his crackdown on alleged fake pastors in th state.
The Anambra State Governor spoke on Sunday at St. Patrick’s Cathedral during the All Knights Day of the Catholic Diocese of Awka.
According to him, the crackdown on fake pastors is part of social reformation aimed at protecting vulnerable residents from religious exploitation.
The action forms part of our mission to build a new Anambra free from deception and social vices.
In his homily, Bishop of Awka, Most Rev. Paulinus Ezeokafor described knighthood as a call to discipline, accountability and sober reflection.
The law has encouraged befitting living and decent burial for our people,” the governor said.
Soludo approved support for the Knights’ charity visits to orphanages, urging them to remain “the light of the world.”
Represented by Diocesan Secretary, Rev. Fr. Evaristus Iheanacho, he urged the Knights to serve with humility and courage.
He warned against elitism and encouraged them to remain close to the people.
“They must preserve their moral voice while remaining connected to society,” he said. (NAN)
