Controversial spiritualist Onyebuchi Okocha, popularly known as Onyeze Jesus, alongside Anambra-based native doctor Chidozie Nwangwu (Akwa Okuko) and businessman Ekene Igbokwe Eze (Eke-Hit), appeared before the Anambra State High Court in Awka on Thursday, April 10, 2025, only for their highly anticipated case to be adjourned.
Courtroom observers were left disappointed after Justice M.I. Ajebo moved the proceedings to May 16, 2025, citing new filings and the need for additional documentation from defense counsel. The case, shrouded in mystery and tied to allegations yet to be officially disclosed, has captured massive public interest across the Southeast.
The trio, whose online and offline personas attract both reverence and controversy, were escorted into the courtroom under tight security. Large crowds gathered outside the courthouse, many chanting slogans either in support of or against the accused spiritual figures, highlighting how divided public sentiment remains.
While the details of the charges remain sealed, court insiders speculate the case may be linked to financial fraud, exploitation under the guise of spirituality, or organized deception—a matter that could send serious ripples through the network of self-proclaimed spiritual leaders across the country.
Onyeze Jesus, known for making outlandish spiritual claims and baptizing followers in rivers, had previously been detained in 2021 by the Anambra Police for inciting rituals. Akwa Okuko, who survived an assassination attempt in July 2023, remains one of the wealthiest native doctors in the region. Eke-Hit, on the other hand, has built a reputation as a flamboyant businessman with ties to the local entertainment scene.
Legal analysts believe the adjournment could buy time for possible negotiations or political interventions, but civil society groups are calling for transparency and public accountability as the court resumes in May.
As the trio return to await the next hearing, the buzz around the courtroom drama continues to swell across social media and local communities. All eyes now turn to May 16, when more details are expected to emerge on a case that could reshape the perception of spiritual leadership in the Southeast.
