Abuja pastor remanded over alleged rape of minor
A Federal Capital Territory High Court has ordered the remand of Pastor Amos Isah, founder of the Prophetic Victory Voice of Fire Ministry, over the alleged rape of a 14-year-old church member. Justice Modupe Osho-Adebiyi directed that the 39-year-old cleric be kept in custody pending the submission of his previous bail records. The prosecution claims that Isah lured the minor into the church’s auditorium and forcefully assaulted her. The case involves multiple charges, including rape, sexual exploitation, and abduction of a minor.
What happened
- Pastor Amos Isah pleaded not guilty to eight charges, including rape, sexual exploitation, and abduction of a minor.
- The prosecution alleged that the incident occurred on May 26, 2025, in the church’s newly constructed auditorium.
- The charge sheet states that Isah locked the doors and forcefully had sexual intercourse with the 14-year-old without her consent.
- After the alleged assault, Isah reportedly gave the victim N3,000 for medication and threatened to kill her and her family if she spoke out.
- Justice Osho-Adebiyi adjourned the case until June 30, 2026, for continuation of hearing.
