By A Correspondent
A 55-year-old self-proclaimed prophet from Uzumba’s Chief Nyajina area has been arrested and charged with rape. The prophet allegedly used his position of authority to manipulate and assault a female congregant.
According to court records, the prophet gave the complainant a prophecy in May 2023, claiming she would experience fertility issues. He instructed her to visit his residence for prayers, where she stayed for three days.
On the third day, the prophet instructed the complainant to wake up at midnight for a prayer session. He claimed she had an unknown object in her womb that could only be removed through sexual intercourse with him. The prophet threatened the complainant with death if she refused to comply, and subsequently raped her.
The incident came to light on February 1, 2025, when the prophet informed the complainant’s husband that she needed to return to his residence to complete the prayers. The complainant revealed to her husband that the prophet had raped her, leading to a police report and the prophet’s arrest.
The prophet has been placed on remand and is scheduled to appear in court again on February 17, 2025.