Anyim Vera, a member of the Dunamis International Gospel Center (DIGC), who became the center of a social media storm following a controversial testimony, has been arrested by the police. Details surrounding the specific reasons for Vera’s arrest remain unclear, and the DIGC has yet to release an official statement concerning the incident.
The controversy began when Vera’s testimony at the DIGC Headquarters was interrupted by Senior Pastor Dr. Paul Enenche, who questioned the authenticity of her claims and her language proficiency, given her assertion of being a law graduate. During the service, Vera claimed to have earned a BSc in law from the National Open University of Nigeria, which led Enenche to halt her testimony and dismiss her from the podium, citing discrepancies in her account.
Following the incident, Vera publicly sought financial assistance, stating that her current living conditions were unsafe and unsuitable “for her status,” which further fueled debates on social media regarding the veracity of testimonies given in churches and the ethical considerations of sharing such personal stories without thorough verification.
The situation escalated with Vera’s subsequent arrest by the Nigeria Police Force on Tuesday over an alleged “breach of etiquette,” the specifics of which have not been disclosed. The legal implications and outcomes of Vera’s arrest are still pending, raising concerns and discussions about the handling of personal testimonies and the consequences of public disclosures within religious communities.
