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A shocking incident has rocked a church community in Agbor, Delta State, as a choirmaster allegedly impregnated the wife of the church’s presiding pastor. The development has led to the closure of the church and the pastor’s abrupt resignation from ministry.
It was gathered that the unnamed pastor took the drastic decision after discovering that his wife was expecting a child fathered by the church’s music director. The betrayal has reportedly shaken the pastor’s faith, leading him to publicly renounce his calling and declare there is “no God.”
Witnesses say the pastor was visibly distraught when he addressed the congregation, announcing the suspension of all church activities. He also reportedly dismantled key parts of the church structure, including the pulpit, in what appeared to be an act of finality.
The scandal has sent shockwaves across the local Christian community in Agbor, a town known for its strong religious values. Residents who were close to the incident expressed deep concern over the incident, describing it as “heartbreaking” and “a test of faith.
A church elder, who requested anonymity, said: “We never expected such from our choirmaster. He was close to the pastor and respected. This is not just adultery—it’s betrayal of the highest order.” Pastor Reportedly Leaves Ministry Close sources claim the pastor has since left Agbor, deactivated his social media accounts, and declined to speak to reporters. He reportedly told confidants that he feels “abandoned by God” and is no longer interested in continuing pastoral work.
The status of the pastor’s wife remains unclear. Efforts to reach her or the choirmaster have been unsuccessful. Not the First of Its Kind Clerical scandals involving infidelity and moral failure have become an increasingly sensitive issue in Nigerian churches, raising concerns about accountability and ethical standards among spiritual leaders and congregants alike.
Cultural souvenirs Religious scholars who were around at the time of filing this report urged caution and healing, noting that such incidents, while painful, should be handled with spiritual maturity and community support.
