Edo Pastor Arraigned For Alleged Rape, DNA Confirms Paternity.
According to a report by Leadership on Friday 11th July 2025, Pastor Simeon Okehielem of Synagogue Prayers Ministry in Benin City, Edo State, has been arraigned for allegedly raping a married congregant, Mrs. Isoken Vivian Aigbedo; The 38-year-old clergyman appeared before the Edo State High Court on Thursday, facing a two-count charge of rape and drugging with intent to commit a felony.
The alleged incident occurred in February 2022 in Uholor Community. Authorities say Okehielem administered a stupefying substance to the victim before raping her, a crime that later resulted in the birth of a child; A recent DNA test reportedly confirmed the pastor as the biological father, prompting his re-arrest and court arraignment.
The case, marked Suit No: BLOD/2323M/2025, is being handled by Justice Erhabor, who ordered the pastor’s remand at the Benin Correctional Centre for 14 days, pending legal advice from the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP).
The victim’s lawyer, Clinton Ogbebor Esq, lauded the police for their commitment and confirmed that the case file is now with the DPP.
The case has triggered widespread reactions in Benin, with calls from both residents and religious leaders for swift and fair justice.
According to a report by Leadership on Friday 11th July 2025, Pastor Simeon Okehielem of Synagogue Prayers Ministry in Benin City, Edo State, has been arraigned for allegedly raping a married congregant, Mrs. Isoken Vivian Aigbedo; The 38-year-old clergyman appeared before the Edo State High Court on Thursday, facing a two-count charge of rape and drugging with intent to commit a felony.
The alleged incident occurred in February 2022 in Uholor Community. Authorities say Okehielem administered a stupefying substance to the victim before raping her, a crime that later resulted in the birth of a child; A recent DNA test reportedly confirmed the pastor as the biological father, prompting his re-arrest and court arraignment.
The case, marked Suit No: BLOD/2323M/2025, is being handled by Justice Erhabor, who ordered the pastor’s remand at the Benin Correctional Centre for 14 days, pending legal advice from the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP).
The victim’s lawyer, Clinton Ogbebor Esq, lauded the police for their commitment and confirmed that the case file is now with the DPP.
The case has triggered widespread reactions in Benin, with calls from both residents and religious leaders for swift and fair justice.
Edo Pastor Arraigned For Alleged Rape, DNA Confirms Paternity.
According to a report by Leadership on Friday 11th July 2025, Pastor Simeon Okehielem of Synagogue Prayers Ministry in Benin City, Edo State, has been arraigned for allegedly raping a married congregant, Mrs. Isoken Vivian Aigbedo; The 38-year-old clergyman appeared before the Edo State High Court on Thursday, facing a two-count charge of rape and drugging with intent to commit a felony.
The alleged incident occurred in February 2022 in Uholor Community. Authorities say Okehielem administered a stupefying substance to the victim before raping her, a crime that later resulted in the birth of a child; A recent DNA test reportedly confirmed the pastor as the biological father, prompting his re-arrest and court arraignment.
The case, marked Suit No: BLOD/2323M/2025, is being handled by Justice Erhabor, who ordered the pastor’s remand at the Benin Correctional Centre for 14 days, pending legal advice from the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP).
The victim’s lawyer, Clinton Ogbebor Esq, lauded the police for their commitment and confirmed that the case file is now with the DPP.
The case has triggered widespread reactions in Benin, with calls from both residents and religious leaders for swift and fair justice.
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