According to Belemzy, many women have remained silent for years because of fear, shame, societal pressure and concerns that powerful religious figures could use influence to suppress allegations.
A United States-based Nigerian preacher, Belema Abili, more commonly known as Apostle Queen Belemzy, has spoken out strongly against alleged sexual abuse, manipulation and exploitation of women, particularly in churches.
The female cleric on Friday in Abuja called on victims across Nigeria to break their silence and resist intimidation from false prophets.
Speaking during a press conference while fielding questions from journalists, the preacher described what she called a widespread culture of manipulation, financial exploitation and sexual misconduct allegedly carried out by some self-acclaimed men of God.
According to Belemzy, many women have remained silent for years because of fear, shame, societal pressure and concerns that powerful religious figures could use influence to suppress allegations.
