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Celestial Church condemns pastor for chaining son

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Celestial Church of Christ Worldwide has condemned one of its pastors, Prophet Francis Taiwo, for chaining and starving his nine-year-old son for weeks.

The Board of Trustees of the church, in a statement by its Secretary, Prof. Bola Akinterinwa, described Taiwo’s action as shameful and totally unacceptable and in contrast with the values of the church.

“Let it be known that the Celestial Church of Christ does not condone child abuse and violence of any form,” the statement read in part.

“We recognise and place a high value on our youths and children as we do acknowledge them as the salt of the earth and vital part of the future of any given stratum of society, organisation, church or nation.”

Punch, July 27

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