Nigeria: Suspended RCCG Pastor Ayorinde AdeBello denies accusations, saying, “I’ve never had sex with a male teenager.”
Pastor Ayorinde AdeBello has openly denied the accusations of homosexuality that led to his recent suspension from the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).
Sunday Akande, the National Overseer of RCCG, said in a letter dated October 28, 2024, that Pastor AdeBello and Deacon Oke Mayowa had been suspended due to claims of improper behavior involving young male church members.
The Special Assistant to the General Overseer on Administration will supervise the inquiry that the church has started, and findings are expected in two weeks.
AdeBello responded to the accusations by claiming on his Instagram account that he has never engaged in any sexual activity with male teenagers and denying any misconduct.
“My Response to the Allegations,” a statement of Sodomizing Teenagers,” AdeBello contended that his remarks in a WhatsApp group chat had been misinterpreted.
He clarified that the discussion was centered on male reproductive health and self-esteem within a group intended for teenage boys.