Petition Of Dr. Azemhe, Counsel Accuses Omega Fire Ministries Behind Ordeal


















Petition Of Dr. Azemhe, Counsel Accuses Omega Fire Ministries Behind Ordeal

...Expresses Gratitude To God For  Safe Trip To Abuja 

 
Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin 

The legal battle surrounding Omega Fire Ministries and the founder and general overseer of Turning Point Centre Inc't, Pastor  Azena Azemhe has entered a new phase following the appearance of a church member before the Nigeria Police Force’s Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) in Abuja over allegations bordering on criminal breach of trust and financial misconduct.

Briefing shortly after returning from Abuja, the legal counsel to the accused, Charles Ikogu, expressed gratitude to God for a safe trip and commended the police for what he described as a professional and impartial handling of the matter.

According to the lawyer, the police invitation, which had earlier been made public through a press statement, was honoured voluntarily by his client in line with his respect for constituted authority.

“Our client has always been a law-abiding citizen. We made it clear from the beginning that this was simply an invitation by the police, and he honoured it accordingly,” the lawyer stated.

He stated that during the investigation, it became evident that the petition before the police originated from Omega Fire Ministries.

He identified the petitioners as a pastor identified as Courage, a deacon known as Harry, and another individual, Apostle Cassey, who allegedly described himself as a whistleblower.

The lawyer, therefore questioned Apostle Cassey’s involvement in the matter, arguing that he is neither a member nor a pastor of Omega Fire Ministries and is not part of the church’s Board of Trustees.

“We believe the police understand their responsibilities and will act strictly in accordance with the law. We have confidence in the investigative process,” he said.

The legal counsel said that after responding to questions from investigators, his client was granted administrative bail and has since returned home.

He added that all parties are expected to return to Abuja for further deliberations as the investigation continues.

Addressing questions from journalists on the nature of the allegations, the lawyer said the petition accuses his client of criminal breach of trust, providing false information, and misappropriation of funds.

According to him, the petition was formally read to his client during the interrogation, after which they presented their defence and supporting facts to investigators.

“The police are currently examining all the issues raised. We are confident that due process will prevail and that the rule of law will ultimately take its course,” he said.

The probe remains ongoing, with the Nigeria Police expected to conclude its findings after hearing from all parties involved.

However, both the defence and the petitioners have indicated their readiness to cooperate fully with the authorities as the matter progresses.


Also, members of the Turning Point Centre Int'c were in Benin Airport to welcome Pastor Azemhe Azena,  on his arrival from Abuja.

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