A controversy has erupted as Pastor Godwin Bankole finds himself accused of marrying another man’s wife, Christiana Obot, and allegedly taking custody of her seven children. The accuser, Mr. Uduak Usanga, who claims to be Christiana Obot’s previous husband, not only questions the moral integrity of the pastor’s actions but also demands the return of the 6 million naira he paid as bride price.
Christiana Obot, the focal point of this marital dispute, had initially been married to her first husband, with whom she had three children. Subsequently, she married Mr. Usanga, and together they had four children, bringing the total to seven.
Mr. Usanga expresses concern about the pastor’s decision to marry a woman with a significant age gap, urging him to consider a younger partner. He alleges possessing evidence of marriage payments and documentation related to their traditional marriage and wedding ceremonies.
The aggrieved party questions whether Pastor Bankole’s church doctrine permits such unions and accuses him of effectively stealing his wife and children. Mr. Usanga claims that the pastor not only remains unapologetic but has also threatened legal action through court and police.
In response to the accusations, Pastor Godwin Bankole has taken a unique stance, pleading with the accuser to come to his house and collect the 6 million naira in question. This ongoing marital dispute involving a pastor has sparked controversy, prompting broader discussions about ethical conduct within religious communities. As tensions escalate, the demand for the return of the bride price remains a central point in this complex and contentious situation.
