In a dramatic twist to an already explosive public scandal, Nollywood actress Doris Ogala was reportedly arrested on Saturday, December 20, 2025—all while being broadcast live to her followers.
The arrest took place during an online interview. Viewers watched in real-time as the actress confirmed that police officers had entered her home. The tension was palpable as Ogala was heard scolding an associate named Charity for letting the officers in, while her interviewer urged her to keep the camera rolling and asked if the police had a warrant.
The Spark That Lit the Fire
The arrest is the latest peak in a weeks-long war of words between Ogala and the founder of Grace Nation International, Pastor Chris Okafor. The actress recently sent shockwaves through social media by posting a private image of the cleric, claiming she had video evidence of “deceit” and “betrayal.”
According to Ogala, she and the pastor had been in a committed relationship since 2017. She alleges that:
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She ended her previous marriage at his request.
He promised to marry her and even introduced her to his family.
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She entrusted him with significant personal finances, totaling millions of Naira.
A Wedding Amid the Storm
Despite Ogala’s tearful videos and threats to disrupt the ceremony, Pastor Okafor moved forward with his wedding to his new bride, Pearl, earlier this week in Lekki. The ceremony was attended by prominent clerics, seemingly signaling that the church was standing by its leader.
Okafor’s camp has largely remained silent on the specific claims, though the pastor noted in a recent sermon that “no man wants to marry a woman who is not submissive,” a comment many interpreted as a direct jab at Ogala.
Legal Fallout
Following the arrest, comedian Dee One took to Instagram to confirm the news, claiming he had previously warned the actress that her allegations might lead to legal trouble. Ogala had already initiated a pre-action notice through her lawyers, demanding N1 billion in damages for emotional distress and breach of promise.
Now, instead of a wedding aisle or a settlement meeting, the battle appears headed for a courtroom. With the actress in custody, the public remains divided on whether this is a case of a woman seeking justice for a broken life or a legal fallout from a private relationship gone very public.
