The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has suspended Reverend Ifunanya Maduka as Vicar of St. Paul’s Parish, Nteje, in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State, over allegations of staged miracles and manipulated prophecies.
The cleric was handed a six-month suspension without pay after being accused of conduct described as “grossly unbecoming” of a priest within the Anglican Communion.
The disciplinary action was announced by the Bishop on the Niger, Owen Nwokolo, who alleged that the priest carried out arranged miracles and prophetic sessions involving individuals reportedly known to him and allegedly compensated to participate, while presenting the acts as genuine divine manifestations.
According to the church authorities, Maduka admitted involvement in the activities after being confronted with what was described as credible evidence of the alleged practices.
The suspension was communicated in a letter dated April 27 and signed by Bishop Nwokolo, titled “Suspension from Office as Vicar of St. Paul’s Parish, Nteje.” The letter was obtained in Awka on Thursday.
The church stated that the decision followed findings that the priest’s actions were inconsistent with the moral and doctrinal standards expected of clergy members. It emphasized that such conduct undermines Christian teachings, damages the integrity of the church, and erodes public trust in the ministry.
As part of the directive, the suspended priest has been instructed to hand over all church property, records, funds, and other materials in his possession to the People’s Warden.
The church noted that the sanction was imposed after what it described as careful deliberation and prayerful consideration, aimed at preserving discipline, order, and the integrity of the Anglican ministry.
