Social media posts about Pastor Fatoyinbo of COZA ‘not reliable and credible evidence’- CAN

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has said it is taking steps to get to the root of allegation of rape against Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo, founder of Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA).

The group however firmly condemned any case of rape, stating it doesn’t matter who is involved.

Busola Dakolo, a photographer and wife of musician, Timi Dakolo, had accused Fatoyinbo of raping her when she was 16.

Rev Samson Ayokunle, President, CAN, said that justice must prevail in all rape cases.

He, however, noted that CAN had no details on the allegations .

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Rev Ayokunle confirmed that the association had reached out to the christian wing which Fatoyinbo belongs to ascertain truth of the matter and take necesssary actions.

“We have no details about the matter other than what we are reading and hearing from the social media, and this is not reliable and credible evidence.

“The CAN leadership has reached out to the leadership of the block which the Pastor in question belongs with a view to getting to the root of the matter.

“This will help us to make the right decision on the issue,” he said.

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