Apostle Festus Alilu has tendered a public apology to Pastor Korede Komaiya and the Master’s International Church Warri Delta State, retracting his earlier offensive statements. The apology comes after the Concerned Christian Youth Forum intervened in the matter, facilitating a resolution.
“I write to express my sincere and unreserved apologies for a viral video I posted on my Facebook page on the 8th day of March 2025, where I criticized your style of preaching,” Apostle Alilu said in his apology letter. “I regret the offensive contents of the video and the negative effect on your reputation, congregation, and the entire body of Christ.”
Apostle Alilu also stated that he has removed the video from his Facebook page and posted an apology video on the same platform. “I humbly request for your forgiveness and understanding so we can put it behind us and focus on our values of commitments in spreading the Gospel,” he added.The Concerned Christian Youth Forum has applauded the apology, describing it as a positive step towards reconciliation. “We believe that the Christian faith and its leaders should be respected and protected against defamation and cyberbullying,” said James Paul Adama, convener of the forum.
Adama emphasized the importance of respecting others’ opinions and actions, even when disagreeing. “Do not defame or tarnish the reputation of anyone while criticizing their actions,” he said. “Remember, you are only sharing your perception or opinion, and this must be done within the confines of the law.”
The forum also noted that differences of opinion do not justify hateful speech or malicious behavior. “Let this apology serve as a reminder that we should always strive to maintain a respectful and dignified tone in our interactions, even when disagreeing,” Adama said.