Pastor Apologises to Wife, Women Over Past Affairs, Steps Back From Ministry

Pastor Apologises to Wife, Women Over Past Affairs, Steps Back From Ministry

Apostle Sam Adegoke, a newlywed pastor of Elijah Generation Church, Akure, Ondo State, has stepped back from public ministry after apologising over past sexual relationships and allegations surrounding his conduct with women.

Adegoke announced his decision in a statement, saying he had chosen to withdraw from public ministry and social media to reflect on his actions, seek counsel and take steps towards making amends.

The pastor acknowledged that he had been involved in sexual relationships with women before his marriage, describing his conduct as wrong and expressing regret over the consequences of his actions.

He said the fact that the relationships occurred before his marriage did not excuse his behaviour, adding that he was seeking spiritual guidance as well as pastoral and professional counselling.

Adegoke also apologised to the women involved, as well as his wife, family, church members, colleagues and others who had placed their trust in him as a spiritual leader.

He said stepping back from public ministry was necessary to allow him to confront his past, make appropriate changes and demonstrate genuine repentance through his actions.

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The pastor further said he was willing to remain under appropriate spiritual, pastoral and professional accountability during the process.

His decision followed the emergence of leaked WhatsApp conversations in which several women allegedly accused him of having sexual relationships with female church members over several years.

Some of the allegations reportedly concerned relationships that allegedly occurred shortly before his wedding. Adegoke admitted to past sexual relationships but did not publicly address every allegation contained in the leaked conversations.

The women also reportedly raised concerns about the welfare of female members of the church and alleged that some women had left the congregation over the pastor’s conduct.

Adegoke, however, said his immediate focus was on accepting responsibility for his past actions and undergoing the process he considered necessary for genuine change.

He appealed for prayers and said he wanted to approach the situation with humility, integrity and accountability, while making amends where appropriate.

The controversy has drawn significant attention because of its timing, coming shortly after the pastor’s marriage and amid renewed scrutiny of the allegations concerning his past relationships.

The pastor and his wife have reportedly disabled comments on their respective Instagram accounts following the development.

Pastor Apologises to Wife, Women Over Past Affairs, Steps Back From Ministry