See details: It is“sad case” of Nigerian pastor imprisoned in Benin Republic on rape charges According to Ms. Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Pastor Benjamin Egbaji, from Cross River State, has been imprisoned for the past two years in the Republic of Benin. She added that Egbaji, who is being detained under unclear circumstances is now facing critical health challenges.


“I was shaken by the sight that confronted me as I walked into the hospital ward in Cotonou where he is presently receiving treatment,” Ms. Ojukwu wrote. “He was in chains even in the hospital, and upon seeing me, he broke down in tears.


” “‘Your Country has not abandoned you’, I reassured him. Your government is committed to ensuring that justice is done in this matter.” Narrating what led to his imprisonment, Ms. Ojukuw wrote: “The accusations against Pastor Benjamin were made by Pede Victoire, a citizen of Benin who claimed that Benjamin has raped her daughter, Ahouandjinou Dona Sarah, when she was just 13 years old.


“This claim, however, was never reported or complained about, and no evidence has been presented to substantiate the allegations. “The situation took a surprising turn when Sarah herself came forward and refuted the claim of rape.


The matter is presently on appeal. Follow estherokeketv on Facebook. Visit our blog @www.estherokeketv.com for daily news and videos.