Warri residents are still buzzing over a scandal that rocked one of the city’s most respected churches, Greater Light Assembly, Effurun.David, 25, the only son of Pastor Samuel Okoro, had always been seen as the “youth face” of the church. But what happened on Saturday night has thrown his father’s reputation into question.
Eyewitnesses say David was caught inside a lodge with Mrs. Funke Adeyemi, 33, a married woman and one of the women’s fellowship leaders at Greater Light Assembly. Known for her strong voice in choir rehearsals and her active role in mentoring younger sisters, Funke was considered a role model to many.
That night, around 11:30pm, Funke was seen entering Victory Lodge near Effurun Roundabout. Minutes later, David followed discreetly. Both checked into the same room.The real drama began when Funke’s husband, Emeka, who had been growing suspicious of her late-night “church meetings,” decided to follow her. What he found left him speechless.
Witnesses say Emeka stormed into the lodge after confirming his wife’s room number from the receptionist. Inside, he met his wife and the pastor’s son together. Shouting erupted, Funke reportedly fell on her knees, begging, while David froze, unable to defend himself.
A heated argument broke out in the corridor, drawing other guests. “It was like watching a Nollywood movie,” one witness said. “A respected church woman and the pastor’s son? Nobody could believe it.” By morning, a short clip of the confrontation leaked online. Within hours, WhatsApp groups across Warri were flooded with the gist. Members of Greater Light Assembly woke up to the shocking news — their beloved women’s fellowship leader and the pastor’s only son, exposed.
As of now, Pastor Samuel has not spoken publicly, but insiders say the church elders are in crisis talks. Funke’s marriage is hanging by a thread, and the entire congregation is left wondering how something this scandalous could happen under their roof.
Moral Lesson: Reputation built over years can be shattered in one reckless night. When leaders who are supposed to guide others fall into temptation, the damage goes far beyond themselves — it shakes the faith of everyone who once trusted them.
