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Reposted from @lamarodom

As most of you have heard, the @thebig3 decided to deactivate me for the remainder of the 2019 season. I respect @icecube & the other league executives, however, I am extremely disappointed with the way that this has been handled. Besides the embarrassment, it’s disappointing to read on IG that this decision had been made, especially without sharing it with myself or my manager. Only after I heard from the media, I was then told that the big boys cutting checks decided that they had to deactivate me with no real specific explanation. TMZ apparently did manage to get a clear answer from Ice Cube, “my health was their concern.” I have been 100% transparent about my condition before signing the contract, but at that point it wasn’t an issue. I was told after game #1 that I had been given extra time to get stronger. I have been working hard daily to get in better game shape. The willingness & intent has always been there to play. The Rhode Island game that is happening tomorrow was the game I have been looking forward to the most as many people know that this is where it all started for me. I am aware that at some point in life we have to accept & surrender to what God has planned or not planned for us — so I am staying positive. I worked very hard to make a comeback in my life & no rejection can stop me. Thank you @TheBig3. I would love for you all not to express any negativity towards the Big3 as I am proud & rooting hard for Ice Cube to build this league to the next level. He is the only black male owning a sports league in the USA, just let that one sink in for a moment. We must always think about the big picture, supporting our brothers & sisters. Let’s all be open to live with the concept of feedback because this can help us to improve. I hope that we can use this situation as a lesson to grow, heal and become better people. I salute all of you, thank you for the love & energy. S/O to Ed Brown for letting me wear his jersey for the Slam photoshoot.
Much love! -Lamar.
#GO #TEAM #ENEMIES !

Reposted from @lamarodom

As human beings, we often don’t realize that we are unconsciously following in the footsteps of our parents. They have been our school of life until adulthood, and beyond. I feel that we are living in a world that for many of us is an emotionally unhealthy world filled with baggage from our past that we often never think about. A world of unconsciousness.
We think we live, but many of us we really don’t; we are on auto pilot. We are not even aware of this until conflict knocks down our doors. These moments or periods make us reflect back on ourselves. Who is really in control of my life? Me or my past? Have I become everything I hated? My beautiful escape from the pain of life has always been basketball. The first thing I did when I heard that my Mom passed away, was run to my childhood court in Lincoln park and escape there. Being deactivated from the Big 3 has made me realize that I can no longer depend on basketball to find emotional relief from the inevitable hurdles of life. I’ve made a decision to stop this time, reflect for real and not run away or escape – not into basketball or anything else.
A door has closed and I am going to stay conscious enough while I build my next door. Together with my daughter Destiny and the mother of my children, Liza Morales, I am going to use this opportunity to connect to my children and break the cycle of my past. All three of us have been through extreme difficulties, individually and as a family, that we have not spoken about. I decided to have my team reach out to MicDrop, founded by Rosh Lowe, to help the 3 of us reconnect and heal. My story is far from uncommon but I have been blessed with a platform and a 2nd chance at life. The environment that I grew up in, did little to foster authentic communication. I know that I can do better; for myself, for my children and for the world. We all owe it to ourselves, to our children and to our families to do the same. #breakthecycle #bereal #whyishare
#letsrisetogether #storiesmatter #micdrop @roshlowee @eliyahu_nash @iamdestinyodom @truliza4u @iamzoul @carterlikejimmy – #regrann

Busola Dakolo, photographer and wife of popular artiste, Timi Dakolo, has revealed how she survived a rape ordeal by Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo, the founder of The Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA).

Speaking during an exclusive Y! TV interview with Chude Jideonwo, the founder of Joy Inc., Busola explained that while a member of the church, she was raped by the pastor when she was still under the age of 18. .

The interview comes after Timi Dakolo called out the Abuja-based pastor over his alleged sexual relationship with female church members, even as he encouraged other victims who have gone through the experience to speak up. .

Reposted from @symplysimi – 😡 Furious. See how shaken she is reliving it. I pray sharing this truth relieves you of this burden @busoladakolo

To this man’s supporters – serve God, but don’t follow any man blindly. Ask questions! If it feels wrong, don’t ignore it. If u see something, talk!

#iStandWithBusola

Edit PS: Big props to Timi. From the stories I hear, a lot of people that have been raped find it harder to tell their story because the people that matter don’t believe them or question their role in it. So God bless you for giving her someone to lean on. Helping her to find the courage. For fighting for her, God bless you ❤️ – #obyorijiblog – #regrann

from @akahnnani – I woke up to several missed calls, and text messages. My friends know my relationship with @cozaglobal.
Let me say this. COZA is my church. I love my pastor… But rape, is a serious issue. My stomach churns as I write this. I spoke with @timidakolo a week ago and tried to understand why he had taken a stance against my pastor. I had just come back from honeymoon when all my friends sent me his attacks to my pastor a few weeks ago.
I sought to understand, not to attack. I was under so much turmoil too because this is my church, my pastor, and I cannot go around like nothing is happening and the church isn’t addressing anything or re-assuring the members.

We must not see evil and cover it. We must not see evil and turn the other way. You all know me. I attack and speak out against corrupt political leaders everytime. Well, this has hit home. Our leaders and our fathers must be held accountable. And they must deem us worthy to be answerable to. If we cannot clean in the church, forget it. We cannot clean the country. I am tired of hearing so much, so much rubbish about my church and leadership over the years especially cos of the industry I belong to, nothing passes our ears behind the scene.

My pastor @biodunfatoyinbo has to say something this time. If the rest of the church does not need it, I need it. For my sake, sir… Speak on this.
I stand with @busoladakolo as she has spoken her truth. I stand with the body of christ also. I ask that my pastor come out and speak his own truth.

I am praying for the church. Please let us pray for both the Dakolo and the Fatoyinbo families. (wife and kids). In the end, if we need to, let us scatter the place… Then the truth will stand up. 💔 – #obyorijiblog

from @symplysimi – 😡 Furious. See how shaken she is reliving it. I pray sharing this truth relieves you of this burden @busoladakolo

To this man’s supporters – serve God, but don’t follow any man blindly. Ask questions! If it feels wrong, don’t ignore it. If u see something, talk!

#iStandWithBusola

from @bankywellington – @busoladakolo this was so hard to watch.. I am so sorry you went through this nightmare. But I am SOOOO PROUD of you for sharing your truth. You didn’t speak up for yourself alone, but for all the voiceless victims who have suffered similar horrors at the hands of predators like him. Sending love, light and support your way. We are standing by you and @timidakolo. God bless, protect and strengthen you. Stay strong. You are incredible. #Unbroken #Unchained #iStandWithBusola
Full video on youtube.

Cc @biodunfatoyinbo

repost from @ynaijatelevision How Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo Raped me (The first time) – @busoladakolo

Full video link in bio… – #obyorijiblog – #regrann

from @officialwaje – QUEEN! SOLDIER! COURAGE!
@busoladakolo I thank you for speaking your truth in a world were the moral compass of the masses has gradually shifted to an “almost anything goes” position.
Some comments make me feel like hiding in shame for what we have become but as @bolanle said, if this sunday you all go back to that church without demanding that your pastor faces the law then you are an accomplice.
This isnt Christianity. – #obyorijiblog

Reposted from @ritadominic – @busoladakolo Thank you for having the courage to speak up. Many girls and women have gone through this in silence. Those who spoke up were derided and abused. Never again! We support you Busola! We love you and we will stand by you. Hold your head high sista! Hold your head high! We are with you! I hope this encourages us all to be just as brave as you. – #obyorijiblog

Reposted from @donjazzy – Thank you for being a voice for the many women that don’t have the courage to speak out yet. It is important we let our mothers, sisters, daughters know that you cannot be bullied for speaking the truth. #iStandWithBusola @busoladakolo @timidakolo 🙏🏿 – #obyorijiblog

Reposted from @uchejombo – The healing process!
She can speak out anytime she chooses ,whatever time or year that she feels comfortable to speak, so face the real ” Rape “issue. …….
…….. Stop asking rape victims why it took them years to speak.

PS. A woman can be a baby mama, a working girl, a sex worker whatever label you want to call her, at the end of the day RAPE is RAPE make no mistake about that. – #obyorijiblog

Reposted from @diaryofanaijagirl – It’s time for justice! Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo needs to step down and face the law. There’s a governing body for a reason, this is one of it. They must do the needful
Except of course they condone this act.
#DANG – #obyorijiblog – #regrann

from @diaryofanaijagirl – It’s time for justice! Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo needs to step down and face the law. There’s a governing body for a reason, this is one of it. They must do the needful
Except of course they condone this act.
#DANG – #obyorijiblog – #regrann

from @k8henshaw – COURAGE is NOT the absence of fear, it is facing your truth, standing tall and speaking out INSPITE of it!!
Love ya sweetie @busoladakolo 💗💗💗💗❣❣❣ You don’t know how many you have given strength to…
#IStandWithYou
#Strong
#Woman
#SpeakOut – #obyorijiblog

from @tokemakinwa – This is our sister, let us lift her up in light. All I see is a strong, black woman who beat the odds to survive the horror and nightmare of abuse. I am so sorry you had to go through this, I am so sorry babe. Thank you for speaking out, thank you for unlocking the door for others to do the same. Your Pain is not in vain, your pain will break the chains for other people who are in the dark. Well done. You are beautiful, I applaud your courage, I salute you for doing this. Guys pls let us come together and love on her, let us lift her up in love and stand by her. Let us stand in her shoes and speak out against injustice. Let the perpetrator face the law. Lawyers in the building let’s do this right. To watch your abuser daily go on unrepentant is the worst thing that anyone can imagine and @busoladakolo needs justice. Let the system work this time.
God will mend your broken heart,
God will heal your soul and protect you.
Dear @timidakolo God bless you for standing and speaking out even when you faced heavy criticism, thank you for being strong for your other half, this hurts so much, so so much and I pray we get justice. We cannot let this slide, let’s not stop at talking on Social media, let us use our network to get every victim the justice they deserve. If we don’t fight now, we have failed all the victims, we have silenced the voices that need to be heard too. cc @opetodolapo – #obyorijiblog

from @mocheddah – I admire your strength @busoladakolo .
Thank you for being brave , for telling your truth and shaming the shame culture …. Everyday I hear stories from women that have been abused and the emotion and psychological trauma is indescribable.. living with the burden without speaking out is worse … I hope this inspires more women and men to come out and shame this sick act .
I stand by you Busola Dakolo .#istandwithbusola – #obyorijiblog

from @stephaniecoker – “The strength of a woman is not measured by the impact that all her hardships in life have had on her; but the strength of a woman is measured by the extent of her refusal to allow those hardships to dictate her and who she becomes.” ~ C. Joybell C #istandwithyou thank you @busoladakolo 🙏🏾 – #obyorijiblog

from @mercyjohnsonokojie – This is victory; There are so many scars but this is a victory to defeat the voice and the hand that tried to silence you.
And this is marriage, to share a love so deep that it becomes a source of strength in the deepest pain. God bless you both! @timidakolo and @busoladakolo I stand with you at this time and always,you are such an example to every relationship.👏🙏🏻❤️ – #obyorijiblog

from @donjazzy – Thank you for being a voice for the many women that don’t have the courage to speak out yet. It is important we let our mothers, sisters, daughters know that you cannot be bullied for speaking the truth. #iStandWithBusola @busoladakolo @timidakolo 🙏🏿 – #obyorijiblog

from @uchennannanna – Busola I stand with you and your family in this trying time. My heart bled listening to you. Thanks for speaking up and giving hope to everyone who has been a victim. Its really terrible and shocking what so many are going through. Let’s always treat people right becuase everyone has inner battles they are dealing with. @timidakolo NA MAN YOU BE💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
#SayNoToRape
#Istandwithbusola💯💯💯💯 🙌🙌🙌
#YourHealedBusola
#OnlyGodMadeItPossibe – #obyorijiblog

from @inidimaokojie – THANK YOU for having the courage to speak up and tell your truth.
You are the face of bravery. @busoladakolo
I can only imagine how difficult it was to do this. But you are NOT alone!!. Enough is Enough.
I hope this gives other victims that have been suffering in silence the strength to speak up.💕🙏🏾
#IStandWithYou #IStandWithBusola – #obyorijiblog

from @chiomakpotha – B. U. S. O. L. A 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽
I Stan !!!!
#BusolaDakolo
#Courage
#Strength
#StrongWoman
#TheLittleGirlDidNotDie
#SpeakUp
#Busola
#IStan
#IStandWithBusola – #obyorijiblog

from @thebeverlynaya – In a society that shames and castigates women for being raped causing them to believe that they are unworthy and dirty, I just want to celebrate Timi Dakolo for standing by his strong and beautiful wife. You are a real man, a man willing to risk it all just so your wife can have a voice. I also want to take a moment to admire Busola Dakolo’s courage, I can’t begin to imagine how much it took for you to be this vulnerable but I’m happy God gave you the strength to allow yourself to be free from this burden, thank you for being an inspiration to so many!
Dear survivors of rape, I pray this encourages you to realise just how incredible you are. You have absolutely nothing to be ashamed of, none of this was/is your fault. You deserve happiness and all the wonderful things that life has to offer. Lastly, the right person will love you, support you and cherish you just the way you deserve. Like Aunty Elvina Ibru said, ‘Refuse to be ashamed, refuse to be castigated because it’s not your fault’

Dear rapists, SHAME ON YOU! – #obyorijiblog

from @ivie_okujaye – She is Brave… She is strong..
And for that, we are bolder. 🙏
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#BusolaDakolo #iStandWithHer #NoMore #Enough # – #obyorijiblog

from @adedamee – May God be with you and your beautiful family now and forever. @busoladakolo @timidakolo May God bless you. May he give you wisdom, knowledge and understanding to lead your family. I’ll be praying for you brother🙏🏻 – #obyorijiblog

from @nseikpeetim – It’s our collective responsibility to speak up against predators like this. Thank you @busoladakolo for being so brave. We are all with you. – #obyorijiblog

from @realmercyaigbe – It takes a lot of guts and courage to do what you did sis, I love and respect you @busoladakolo sending lots of love and lights your way ❤️❤️❤️ – #obyorijiblog

from @sisi_yemmie – THIS is what has destroyed Nigeria. Nobody is above the law. Nobody has reached a level of grace that they are UNTOUCHABLE. “Oh lets cover”, “Oh they will shame us”… let’s talk the truth make devil shame. Let us all enter gutter and disgrace ourselves than cover the truth with lies. #IStandWithBusola – #obyorijiblog

from @renoomokri – For The Body of Christ, Not For Pastor Fatoyinbo
I have NEVER liked Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo of COZA for reasons that I will not say publicly. However, I am mature enough to divorce my emotions and be led by logic. And I counsel those now condemning him to do the same.
The average Black African is easily moved to hysteria by excitable emotions. This is why it is RIDICULOUSLY easy to manipulate Africans with the media Satan does his best work with such people, who can’t suppress emotion in preference to logic.
Think. Dont emote. A pastor comes to your house early in the morning. He does not know who will open when he knocks, or who is at home. He knocks and immediately you open he pushed you to a chair and raped you in your pyjamas. Do people think?
Even the most USELESS movie director wont accept such a plot in a B rated Hollywood/Nollywood/Bollywood movie. A movie has to have PLAUSIBILITY. I dont like pastor Fatoyinbo, but I won’t suspend my intellect because of my dislike of the fellow.
After he allegedly raped her, she kept quiet for enough time for him to go to his car and get a soda drink for her? It does not ADD UP. My dislike for Biofun Fatoyinbo won’t make me become a SLANDERER by default. This story rings very FALSE.
I am an advocate of morality. For years, I publicly preach against premarital and extramarital sex. I pastored a congregation in Abuja for years. I will NEVER, EVER, support RAPE. But satan is going about like a roaring lion seeking whom to consume!
Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo is SLEEK. Too sleek for my liking. What type of sleek man will rape an underaged girl in HER PARENTS HOUSE. While HER SIBLINGS are AT HOME. And then leave her to go get a drink from his car. Is this mass HYPNOSIS.
Do we Black African of the Nigerian variety think at all? Do we only exist in the soulish realm? I have a Masters in Law from England. The story CANNOT stand up in court. The story CANNOT stand up in the light of cross examination.
I give you my word that if you gave satan 10 minutes to manipulate the minds of Nigerians, he will get a sizeable number of Nigerians to believe that Jesus is evil and he satan is good. We are too gullible, excitable – #obyorijiblog

from @officiallolo1 – I would forever stand in awe of your courage,I pray this goes beyond a hashtag @busoladakolo may your truth liberate many Our world needs you lord – #obyorijiblog

from @adesuaetomi – Survivor. Not a victim. You have spoken your truth even when you knew it could cost you everything.
Clearly, we still need to have active conversations about rape because a lot of people CLEARLY still don’t get it.
Busola, we are proud of you. “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.”
You have done something.
Ps I have turned my comments off because I am not looking for people to validate or invalidate my stance. Regardless of either, It is my stance.
#istandwithyou #istandwithbusoladakolo – #obyorijiblog

from @ceec_official – Every human has a right to tell their story. I will not stand around and watch anyone try to silence a woman for speaking their truth. We live in a society where women suffer abuse daily and are too afraid to speak, for fear of condemnation. Any woman finding the courage to speak is nothing short of bravery in my eyes and nobody has a right to try to silence or discredit them.
I understand my stance may bring about certain consequences but it is important to me to make it known that I don’t support shaming or discrediting a woman for her truth . – #obyorijiblog

Reposted from @bellanaijaonline – #BiodunFatoyinbo of #COZA responds to rape allegations. Says “I have NEVER RAPED before , not even as an unbeliever!” – #obyorijiblog

from @iamtonitones – #IStandWithBusola
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I’ve been meaning to write this since morning, but I literally have been too upset to do it. .

I Salute your bravery @busoladakolo, in a country where victim shaming is the norm, speaking out is truly one of the most difficult things to do, it is literally a life changing event. I applaud you Busola and I stand with you.
I’m sorry this happened to you. I pray, you finally being able to speak your truth accelerates your healing, or at the very least, makes easier your ability to cope. . .

For every rape victim out there that has been unable to speak their truth for whatever the reason might be and perhaps you walk around with a smile on your face but you’re truly dying inside, I’m so sorry
I stand with you too.
Self care is ok, it’s ok to do what you think you need to do to survive your trauma.
I’m sorry for everything you’ve been through and probably are still going through and I pray that one day your rapist gets what they deserve.
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For victims who are torn between speaking out or not, If you’re able, (ITS ok if you’re not) but if you’re able, please SPEAK YOUR TRUTH! And name your abuser… your abuser depends on your silence, if you can, speak up! You might be saving someone else and it increases the chances of him getting some kind of justice.

I pray all rape victims are able to get to a point when they are completely free of pain from their trauma . .
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And just FYI: .
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“Was he a pastor then?” – BLOCKED! .
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“Why was she wearing a nightie” – BLOCKED! . . . (I will block and report you for this one because you must be extremely obtuse to ask this) . . . .. . “Why is she talking now “- BLOCKED . . . . “Does she have any evidence” – BLOCKED (you’re right, she should have told him, “please pause, let me quickly grab my camera so I can record this and have some evidence against you later ” ode! . . . .
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“It is not the pastor’s fault its the Devil’s “- BLOCKED!… and so on .

#IStandWithBisolaDakolo #NoToRape – #obyorijiblog

from @ikosakioduwa – @busoladakolo you are not a victim and not only a survivor but a hero too. Telling your story could not have been easy. Thank you for being brave and speaking for the many that can’t. We all have to do better to support women and children that have been raped and abused. Please don’t be part of the people that make it hard to speak up. It is an extremely traumatising experience and survivors must always be handled delicately.
For anyone who may recently have been through a similar horror please know that NOTHING you could have done or said justifies it. IT IS NOT YOUR FAULT! Please find help. There is a center called The Mirabel Center and they help you through situations like these. They can be found on the premises of The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital. They help with medical treatment, Counselling and legal redress. Please speak up to your loved ones as well. @mirabelcentreng – #obyorijiblog

from @mofedamijo – Two sides to a story does NOT invalidate the truth of the abused, the molested, the hurting. Do NOT be quick to rebut someone’s pain. Do NOT speak too hastily for someone who can speak for themselves. Do NOT expect a rape story to make sense to you because when a predator strikes, the circumstances are not his first thoughts. Thank you @busoladakolo for finding your voice and thank you @timidakolo for being an amazing support system for your wife, na man you be. #rmdsaysso #lettruthbetold #letthetruthprevail #notorape – #obyorijiblog – #regrann

from @saharareporters – ‘Be Happy A Man Of God Disvirgined You’, #BusolaDakolo, Wife of Timi Dakolo, Narrates How Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo Raped Her

Busola Dakolo, popular photographer and wife of musician Timi Dakolo has accused #BiodunFatoyinbo, Pastor Commonwealth of Zion (COZA) of raping her as a young virgin girl.

The allegation is coming weeks after her husband #TimiDakolo in a series of posts on Instagram called out the Abuja based pastor for serially molesting women in the church.

from @instablog9ja – “Sue us if you dare,” #TimiDakolo tells pastor #Fatoyinbo, as Nigerians reveal the likely reason his wife was given Krest to drink after the alleged incident. [Swipe] – #obyorijiblog

from @georginaonuoha – Woke up to this and my heart sunk reading some of the commentaries by ignorant Nigerians. As developed as the United States is, rape victims still struggle to speak up knowing the backlash they will face and wondering if anyone will believe them or not.
For the miscreants questioning the timing of her story, I hope you understand the gravity of trauma most rape victims go through.
Dear Nigerians and Christians, stop believing in your pastors, priests, and spiritual leaders. Take their preachings and evaluate their morals. Remember pastors are men and will always prey on the helpless, naive and vulnerable. Don’t trust no man or spiritual leader as a supreme being. They are human and hence fallible. Being a man of God doesn’t mean they will not do their best to take advantage of you sexually, emotionally, financially and otherwise.
As a Catholic, I have witnessed first hand how those you love will cross boundaries to a point of wanting to sexually assault you. Yes, as a young woman who acquired fame at a young age, these phonies will want to take advantage of you all in the name of wanting to guide you spiritually. At age 22, a priest almost raped me unfortunately for him, I might have appeared naive and soften spoken boy was I raised Army strong with a warrior spirit. I told him not today and not never.
I moved past that but not every woman has same fighting spirit. Some are damaged for life while others take a different path to self destruction because they can’t cope with the trauma they experience.
Don’t be quick to condemn a woman telling her painful story of rape and defend a Pastor you know nothing about. That they stand on that pulpit does not mean they are holy. Many have the grace to minister but the flesh thrives on the power and authority they hold. Trust no pastor or priest with your wives, daughters and loved ones. Go to church listen to the gospel and go home and live according to Christ teachings. Stop worshipping your pastors. Stop venerating your priest. Love them from afar and pray for them.
Lots of wolves in sheep clothings.
Spiritual leaders are suppose to give guidance and moral support to their community but most have become predators. – #obyorijiblog

from @siruti – Pastor @biodunfatoyinbo Speaks and Denies ever Raping ANYONE
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What or who do we believe now ???
JESUS please Fix this and expose the truth please….or LET THEM GO TO COURT and let True and Fair Justice be executed!
I just weak for this mata – #obyorijiblog

Reposted from @siruti – Pastor @biodunfatoyinbo Speaks and Denies ever Raping ANYONE
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What or who do we believe now ???
JESUS please Fix this and expose the truth please….or LET THEM GO TO COURT and let True and Fair Justice be executed!
I just weak for this mata – #obyorijiblog –

from @siruti – Pastor @biodunfatoyinbo Speaks and Denies ever Raping ANYONE

What or who do we believe now ???
JESUS please Fix this and expose the truth please….or LET THEM GO TO COURT and let True and Fair Justice be executed!
I just weak for this mata – #obyorijiblog

Reposted from @therealnazo – If I hear say I no talk for this matter!

I remember vividly when we gave our lives to christ and dedicated everything to God, sang in choir, went for workers meeting, foundation school e.t.c
At that point in our lives we sat under the teaching and counsel of “Pastor” about 4 to 5 times a week, at some point these pastors started to look like God in our eyes. we considered them spotless and called them FATHER.

So YES! it’s possible to not fight such men when they attempt to rape and abuse you…. it’s also possible to try to forgive them because of God and move on like nothing happened but most importantly, “THE FEAR OF JUDGEMENT” cripples women from speaking up! We must get rid of the religious immunity we have granted to them and speak the truth about these so called pastors and religious leaders… they are scaring our women/men/ children and getting away with it.

THANK YOU @busoladakolo for being so strong!

YOU ARE A TRUE QUEEN! ❤❤
#istanwithbusola p.s: Dear religious fanatics, I will be waiting for you in my comment section….come through… – #obyorijiblog

Reposted from @goldmynetv – Busola Dakolo’s Rape Story Is False – Omokri

Reno Omokri, a former presidential aide to Goodluck Jonathan, has faulted the rape allegations by Timi Dakolo’s wife, Busola, against the founder of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly, COZA, Biodun Fatoyinbo.

GoldmyneTV had reported Busola Dakolo as accusing the pastor of rape.

Busola, a mother of 3, explained how Pastor Fatoyinbo allegedly forced his way into her when she was a teenager.

Omokri, while reacting, said Dakolo’s narration of how she was raped is not plausible, adding that Pastor Fatoyinbo is too ‘sleek to rape an underage girl’. According to him, though he does not like the COZA Pastor, the story does not add up and ‘rings false’. Omokri wrote: “I have never liked Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo of Coza global for reasons that I will not say publicly. However, I am mature enough to divorce my emotions and be led by logic. And I counsel those now condemning him to do the same. “The average Black African is easily moved to hysteria by excitable emotions. This is why it is ridiculously easy to manipulate Africans with the media Satan does his best work with such people, who can’t suppress emotion in preference to logic. “Think. Don’t emote. A pastor comes to your house early in the morning. He does not know who will open when he knocks, or who is at home. He knocks and immediately you open he pushed you to a chair and raped you in your pajamas. Do people think? “Even the most useless movie director won’t accept such a plot in a B rated Hollywood/Nollywood/Bollywood movie. A movie has to have plausibility. I don’t like pastor Fatoyinbo, but I won’t suspend my intellect because of my dislike of the fellow. “After he allegedly raped you, you kept quiet for enough time for him to go to his car and get a soda drink for you? It does not ADD UP. My dislike for Biodun Fatoyinbo won’t make me become a slanderer by default. This story rings very false. “I am an advocate of morality. I publicly preach against premarital and extramarital sex. I pastored a congregation in Abuja for years. I will NEVER, EVER, support RAPE. But Satan is going about like a roaring lion seeking whom to consume! – #obyorijiblog

Reposted from @goldmynetv – Busola Dakolo’s Rape Story Is False – Omokri

GoldmyneTV had reported Busola Dakolo as accusing the pastor of rape.

Busola, a mother of 3, explained how Pastor Fatoyinbo allegedly forced his way into her when she was a teenager.

Reposted from @akahnnani – This issue has been addressed by the senior pastor. Pastor has said he never raped anyone in his life. Good! Praise God. Now what next?
Dear @biodunfatoyinbo The next thing to do sir, is to step down from the position of senior pastor. But I know you know this sir and the church is in fact already making arrangements for this because anything contrary to this would be unconscionable, corrupt and anarchical.
In proper states, governments, working systems, businesses and organisations even in the circular domain, the leader in question will step down first. INNOCENT OR NOT.

The only thing I want to hear on Sunday is pastor announcing to the church that he is stepping down and not a single word more to sway the emotions of the congregation or encourage them to defend on social media or even any sermon from him. Someone else can take the word. TILL THIS WHOLE THING CLEARS AND WE CAN SEE ROAD!! But hey, Like I said, I know they will do the right thing.
Now, ‘Should in case’ He doesn’t step down, or he preaches a sermon, or just maybe the church organisation does not know the right thing to do, then I am calling on all well meaning human beings, all well meaning Christians, truly called Pastors, to raise their voice on all social media platforms with this hashtag, #PastorStepDown and demand for the right procedure to be followed till the whole matter is resolved. On all social media platforms.

I humbly implore ALL @cozaglobal members to watch the entire 4 parts of @busoladakolo account with a pure and human heart. Watch with the intention to listen. See the woman speaking. SEE HER.

May we all operate in wisdom and love. Madness is not Nigeria’s surname. May Nigerians be free from slavery. The truth will stand up.

By the way we need CAN and PFN to step into this matter. I believe these associations are regulatory bodies of Christian churches too. Please bring the table out in the open.

#PastorStepDown – #obyorijiblog

Reposted from @punchnewspapers – COZA pastor, Fatoyinbo, denies rape allegation, threatens to sue

The pastor of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly, Biodun Fatoyinbo, on Friday denied rape allegation made against him by Busola Dakolo, wife of musician, Timi Dakolo, and threatened to sue his accusers.

Following the allegation by Busola in an interview granted to Ynaija that she was raped by the popular pastor while she was a teenager; Fatoyinbo released a statement on his official Instagram page to debunk the allegations levelled against him, saying several statements had been made to extort the church through blackmail, harassment and intimidation.

The statement read in part, “I am aware that there has been a recent media publication on YouTube by YNaija operated and owned by RED Media Group, which shows an interview by Chude Jideonwo with Busola Dakolo. Prior to now, we had adhered to our policy of ignoring rumours from social media accounts as we knew that several statements had been made to extort the church of money and myself through blackmail, harassment and intimidation. We have refused time and again to accede to their request, which has infuriated them overtime; because of this, they have got more aggressive. “Unlike previous statements where innuendos were used and there was no direct mention of myself or the church, the recent video released on YouTube has now made direct criminal allegations against me in the interview granted by Busola Dakolo, which are fallacious, non-existent and which are all denied in every measure.

Read more in www.punchng – #obyorijiblog

Reposted from @instablog9ja – Actors #AdesuaEtomi and #AkahNnani call on pastor #Fatoyinbo to step down with immediate effect. [Swipe] – #obyorijiblog – #regrann

Reposted from @sonialareinaa_official – The truth is, over here people are SO FREAKING SCARED to point at THE REAL ISSUE of this whole unfortunate situation and that’s the space and power we give to certain people to abuse their position and, no, Im not talking about politicians this time around. [SWIPE 👉🏽]Yes I said it & I so mean it. PS Let me give you guys a gist: sometime last year, one African pastor was trying to offer me money to spend a night with him. Straight up. Directly like that. Before I came back to my senses and expressed my disbelief , man blocked me ( it was on IG and his profile was verified)….and to think its the same person some poor man is giving his last money to hoping to tap into his “blessings” faster and enduring hunger thinking God will be pleased with his gesture… SMH!!!! The Power that is headed to these people is ENORMOUS because society finds it VERY INAPPROPRIATE, UNACCEPTABLE AND EVIL to question their ways because they are “people of God”!!! Imagine, JUST IMAGINE, if EVERYONE FELT FREE to speak their truths how many UNBELIEVABLE & SCARY stories we would hear by now! This BRAINWASHING needs to stop! If Jesus Christ was to see all the things people preform hiding under religion, Im very sure He would not want to be related to Christianity in any way. BE LOVE, SPREAD LOVE AND MAY PEACE BE WITH YOU ✌🏽 – #obyorijiblog – #regrann

Reposted from @officialwaje – I’m with Adesuwa and @akahnnani and I believe you should too
Repost from @adesuaetomi using The law is in place for a reason. Till this issue is handled, till these allegations are investigated, till the law takes it’s full course, there should be no sermon on that pulpit from him. Someone else can preach for now. What is right is right.
#PASTORSTEPDOWN
@cozaglobal @biodunfatoyinbo
I have turned of the comments cause I’m not interested in the fight amongst each other. – #obyorijiblog

Reposted from @bellanaijaonline – Accusations mount against #COZA Pastor #BiodunFatoyinbo. Within 24 hours of the release of #BusolaDakolo’s interview, other women have started sharing stories about their interactions with the embattled pastor. Swipe to read messages from a woman shared with actress @lalaakindoju as well as family friend @dolapooseji
Yesterday, #BiodunFatoyinbo denied all allegations and at present, the church plans on proceeding with their regularly scheduled Sunday services despite proposed protests and widespread calls for the pastor to step down from his position. – #obyorijiblog – #regrann

Reposted from @thephenomenal_girl – Have you seen this? Just read from start to finish. Gush! Look at what a Lady wrote. Pathetic mehn😠😠😠 #thephenomenalgirl – #obyorijiblog – #regrann

Reposted from @folukedaramolasalako – I have been there…. it’s a peculiar story that happened to me, I have spoken about it,granted interview about it, i even have a foundation on rape and Abuse.
It was when I was 17 as well, not a pastor though but our tenant
We went to the police station and my shaming started from there. “Wetin u wear?!🙄 how e take do am😢?!u sure say u never do am before?!! And blah blah blah
I had to hide myself in shame,like my wound alone,carry the guilt of believing I caused it to happen to me, l was in my own world for years… through my university days…
I grew up a frigid woman, sex became a big problem to me,when I find myself in the room with a man I would be terrified…
When I became divorced my Male friend advised a psychiatrist! Was I MAD??!!! My doctor says I had to speak about it then I will be free of guilt and nightmares I was confused 😟😥 I eventually did and I had my release and I became a better person.
I did my punch interview alot of people felt I shouldn’t have spoken about it nobody cared to ask y I spoke about it(oh well maybe a few people did) it has always been about what the society will feel, or say…
Such a sad thing for the defenceless victim to be turned to the PARIAH CRIMINAL
ITS REALLY SO UNFAIR AND UNFORTUNATE
#istandwithbusoladakolo
#istandagainstrape – #obyorijiblog – #regrann

Reposted from @walejana – There has been a lot of misunderstanding due to my earlier post and Its important to clarify that I DON’T SUPPORT RAPE! I am a father of two lovely daughters and a beautiful wife.

I am surrounded by women; Sapphire Group is made up of close to 1000 women and we have done a lot for women empowerment and will continue to do so.
I apologise to everyone my previous post has offended as it is insensitive to victims of rape. Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo has also come out to refute the allegations leveled against him, it is now a legal matter and the truth will come to light.
Please accept my apologies and I will be more sensitive in the future. – #obyorijiblog

Reposted from @walejana – #Istandwith@biodunfatoyinbo – #obyorijiblog – #regrann

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