A Nigerian prophetess has sparked nationwide outrage after allegedly ordering a female church member to be flogged over theft accusations, an incident that has now ignited heated debate across the country about discipline inside religious spaces.
According to reports, the woman was accused of stealing money belonging to the prophetess’ mother. Witnesses claim the situation escalated when she allegedly directed that the suspect be punished publicly, a decision that has divided opinion online. She was quoted as saying she would give “24 strokes of cane so that anytime she wants to steal she’ll remember the injury,” a statement that has triggered widespread backlash in Nigeria.
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The incident has raised serious concerns about corporal punishment in churches, with legal experts warning it could amount to assault under Nigerian law. Advocacy groups are now demanding accountability as the story continues to spread online.
TheTmes Nigeria reports this developing story as reactions grow across Nigeria. What do you think—discipline or abuse? Drop your opinion and share with others.
