The Rivers State Police Command has arrested two suspected fake pastors, Prophet Bassey Umoren and Prophet Elijah Anietie, who were found with fetish items in the Rumuduru community of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area.
The suspects, who operated separate churches, were handed over to the police by residents of Rumuduru, led by their President, Henry Worlu, on January 20.
According to the police spokesperson, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the suspects were found with various items, including a firearm cartridge, small wooden caskets, a sword, a fake Nigerian Navy identification card, and thousands of photographs.
Other items seized included children’s footwear, a police lanyard, and various crosses and spiritual materials.
During interrogation, Bassey admitted to using spiritual materials to heal individuals suffering from spiritual afflictions.
He also claimed to have used a small casket and “miracle life oil” to pray for people with mental issues, promising recovery within three months.
The police are currently investigating the matter, with the suspects and recovered exhibits in custody.
