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  • Pastor Chris Okafor kneels to apologise as Doris Ogala saga hits a new turn

    Pastor Chris Okafor kneels to apologise as Doris Ogala saga hits a new turn

    Photo Credit: The Punch

    2025-12-28

    According to Guardian Life, Pastor Chris Okafor publicly apologized during a church service over the Doris Ogala controversy, asking for forgiveness while disputing parts of the narrative.

    The act of kneeling became the defining clip online, fueling debate about accountability, image management, and the blurred line between pulpit power and celebrity scandal culture.

    The key question now is whether the apology ends the cycle of claims and counterclaims—or simply resets it.

    Verification

    • Punch (Website): “publicly apologised… kneeling before his congregation…”
    • SaharaReporters (Website): “acknowledged wrongdoing while disputing several allegations…”

    Echotitbits take: This matters because scandal cycles now move like entertainment—fast clips, reactions, counter-reactions—often with real reputational costs. Watch next for Doris Ogala’s response and whether legal clarifications or official statements follow.

    Source: The Punch — December 28, 2025 — https://punchng.com/pastor-okafor-publicly-apologises-to-actress-doris-ogala-kneels-before-congregation/
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    The Punch
    2025-12-28

  • Tributes pour in after influencer LazyWrita’s death is announced via Instagram

    Tributes pour in after influencer LazyWrita’s death is announced via Instagram

    Photo Credit: People

    2025-12-29

    In a report by Punch, Nigerian influencer Anda Damisa (popularly known as LazyWrita) was reported dead after an announcement surfaced via his Instagram account.

    The news spread rapidly across social media, with fans and peers sharing tributes, while mainstream outlets treated details around circumstances cautiously.

    As always with death reports online, the responsible focus is confirmation, respect for family privacy, and avoiding speculation.

    Verification

    • People (Website): “announced his death in an Instagram post…”
    • LazyWrita (Instagram): “I lived a full and adventurous life.”

    Echotitbits take: The creator economy’s visibility can hide real vulnerability. Watch for verified updates from family or representatives and for any credible clarification from authorities—until then, steer clear of rumor-driven “explanations.”

    Source: People — December 29, 2025 — https://people.com/influencer-anda-damisa-known-as-lazywrita-announces-own-death-on-instagram-11877003

    People 2025-12-29