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Pastor Bolaji Idowu, Lead Pastor of Harvesters International Christian Center (HICC), has responded to allegations of fraud involving ₦1.5 billion, maintaining his innocence in a statement addressing the claims circulating on social media.

Pastor Idowu acknowledged the widespread reports during his Wednesday, December 4, “Next Level Prayers” session.

“Over the last 24 hours, there’s been a lot of news about me on social media,” he said. “I just want to state some facts clearly.”

In his defence, Pastor Idowu denied any involvement in real estate transactions, emphasising that he neither owns nor trades in properties.

“I do not have any property in Nigeria apart from the one bequeathed to me by my late parents,” he stated. “I am not in the business of buying or selling properties.”

The pastor also dismissed claims of large sums being deposited into his accounts, particularly billions of naira.

“Someone said I received billions into my account. My account is public; anyone can check if I have ever received such amounts. I did not,” he asserted.

While refraining from delving deeply into the allegations, Pastor Idowu expressed gratitude to his supporters.

“I want to thank all of you that showed a lot of love. We are victorious,” he added, maintaining a confident outlook amidst the controversy.

He acknowledged the inevitability of further public scrutiny, remarking, “As you are reading it, I’m also reading it, like wow.”

Although Pastor Idowu did not address the specifics of the investigation, he remains steadfast in his declaration of innocence, inviting anyone with evidence to present it.

The arrest

Pulse Nigeria reported earlier that the cleric was in police custody for questioning on real estate fraud and money laundering.

A top police source confirmed the arrest, stating, “Pastor Bolaji Idowu, popularly known as the ‘Next-Level Prayer Conference’ pastor, is under investigation for alleged fraudulent real estate activities and money laundering.”

The fraud allegations, which have sparked widespread attention online, are currently under investigation.

Pastor Idowu’s comments reflect his commitment to transparency and faith amid the unfolding situation.

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Pastor Bolaji Idowu, the Lead Pastor of Harvesters International Christian Center (HICC), has been released from police custody following significant interventions from Aso Rock Villa and prominent clerics.

Idowu, under investigation for alleged fraud amounting to ₦1.5 billion, was held by the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) in Abuja.

According to Sahara Reporters, Pastor Idowu was released late on Tuesday evening, December 3, after pressures mounted from powerful individuals, including presidential officials and influential religious leaders.

“Pastor Bolaji was released late into the evening after big pastors and President Tinubu’s Aso Villa intervened in the matter,” a senior police source disclosed.

The pastor was reportedly asked to repay the funds traced to his account within two weeks. The controversy stems from a real estate fraud scheme allegedly involving one of Idowu’s pastors.

Investigations revealed billions of naira linked to the scheme were traced from the church’s account to Idowu’s personal account.

Initially, police sources had indicated Idowu would spend the night in custody.

“The case emanated from one of his pastors who duped several people in a real estate scheme,” another insider revealed.

Pastor Idowu, known for his “Next Level Prayers” platform, has overseen HICC’s growth since its inception in 2003.

The church, with over 70,000 worshippers worldwide, operates in Nigeria, the UK, and the US.

While his release marks a reprieve, the financial allegations remain unresolved, and scrutiny persists.

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The Oromoni family, already grappling with the loss of their son Sylvester Oromoni in 2021, has suffered another devastating blow with the passing of his mother, Rosemary Oromoni.

A family source disclosed that Rosemary succumbed to an illness linked to intermittent blood pressure complications in late November.

Her death follows years of emotional and legal turmoil for the family after the tragic death of Sylvester, a 12-year-old Dowen College student.

Sylvester’s death on November 30, 2021, captured national attention when his family alleged he was bullied and poisoned at the Lagos-based school.

Conflicting autopsy reports complicated the case, with initial findings pointing to chemical intoxication, while a subsequent autopsy attributed his death to natural causes linked to an ankle injury.

In April 2024, a coroner ruled that Sylvester’s death resulted from parental and medical negligence, exonerating Dowen College and its staff.

Five accused students—Favour Benjamin, Michael Kashamu, Edward Begue, Ansel Temile, and Kenneth Inyang—were cleared of all charges and released from a juvenile home in 2022.

The Oromoni family’s ordeal has left a lasting mark on public consciousness, with Rosemary’s death adding a sombre chapter to their relentless fight for justice.

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