VIDEO: How I Made Up Lies Against US-Based Nigerian Influencer Ashekun And Husband For Criticising MFM Founder Olukoya –Church’s Media Consultant

A man identified as Olawale Michael, also known as Akbar EG or Olemisi, has publicly admitted to fabricating and spreading false allegations against a former chorister at Pastor Olufemi Asekun, and his wife, Mrs. Olufunke Asekun for criticising Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) and its founder, Daniel Olukoya.

In a video obtained by SaharaReporters, Michael confessed that he deliberately spread lies about the Asekuns to discredit them, particularly after Mrs. Funke Asekun criticised MFM and its General Overseer, Daniel Olukoya. He admitted that his actions were intended to silence her criticisms of the church.

Michael explained that the conflict started in 2020 after he saw a video of Mrs. Asekun. Disturbed by her remarks, he decided to counter her views publicly, sparking an online feud that intensified over the next two years.

By late 2021 and throughout 2022, he actively campaigned against the Asekun family, spreading damaging falsehoods, including an unfounded accusation of adultery against Mr. Olufemi Asekun.

Michael now expresses deep regret for his actions, admitting that his claims were baseless and aimed solely at damaging the Asekuns' reputation. 

He revealed that Mrs. Funke Asekun confronted him directly and cursed him for his falsehoods. Despite their exchanges, he continued his attacks with the support of others, including Ziba Shemilore Omologo and Opeyemi Manuel.

Now fearing for his safety, Michael said he felt compelled to confess and seek forgiveness despite potential threats to his life.

"If I die for speaking the truth, so be it," he declared.

Michael offered a heartfelt apology to the Asekun family and anyone else he may have harmed. 

He urged the public to acknowledge his confession by sharing the video, stressing that his words were genuine and sincere.

Michael’s full statement: "Good afternoon, everyone. Good afternoon to all of you around the world.

"Normally, I wouldn’t make a video like this, but at this point, I feel compelled to do so. I swear that everything I am about to say is the truth. This is as sacred as the Bible.

"Everything I say this afternoon is true. I know that, in the end, I could be killed. If anything happens to me, even though my family may not be able to fight for me—because they have warned me repeatedly—I have to save myself from the consequences of actions I took to please someone else. I know many people will be against me.

"They may already be hunting for me. I know many things could happen, but I just have to make this video to apologise to the entire family. I want to apologise to the entire family of Mr. Olufemi Asekun and Mrs. Olufunke Asekun, as well as others, though their case is not as significant. I spoke badly about this family.

"Yes, I spoke ill of them. Please help me by liking this video so that it can gain visibility. I won’t be able to make any more videos after this. I need to say something quickly, and I will be brief. Please, help me by liking this video so I know people are listening.

"Most people know me as Olawale Michael, Akbar EG, or Olemisi. I am from Edo State but was born and raised in Lagos, specifically in Ebutemeta. This video I am making today is honest—it is nothing but the truth. There is no deceit or cunning in this video, and I swear by everything in the Bible.

"Let me start from the beginning. This all began around the end of 2020. After COVID-19, I came across a video by Mrs. Funke Asekun, where she was speaking about MFM (Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries) and its General Overseer. I was shocked that she would say such things. I expected her husband to advise her against it, but instead, I started speaking out against her.

"By the end of 2021 and into 2022, I began actively debunking her statements. Whenever she said something, I would go online to counter her. This escalated fully in 2022. I remember receiving a text message from Mrs. Funke Asekun herself. She cursed me, saying I was lying about her and her husband. She said I would never prosper, no matter what I did.

"I exchanged harsh words with her that day. She cursed me repeatedly, and I responded in kind. I even involved others like Ziba Shemilore Omologo and Opeyemi Emmanuel to join me in speaking against her. We spread lies about her and her husband, claiming that Mr. Olufemi Asekun had committed adultery with a church member. This was a complete lie, and I take full responsibility for it.

"I lied to tarnish their reputation, hoping it would make her stop speaking against MFM. But she didn’t stop. Instead, she continued to curse me, and I continued to attack her. I now realise that what I did was wrong. Mr. Olufemi Asekun is a good man, a man of God, and I lied about him. I deeply regret my actions.

"I want to apologise to the entire Asekun family, especially Mr. Olufemi Asekun and Mrs. Olufunke Asekun. I spoke ill of them, and I was wrong. I also want to apologise to others I may have hurt in the process. I know that my life may be in danger for making this video, but I feel it is necessary to set the record straight.

"I know that many people will come after me for this, but I am ready to face the consequences. If I die for speaking the truth, so be it. I just want to clear my conscience and apologise to those I have wronged."

Meanwhile, Mrs. Funke Asekun has filed a petition with police in Maryland and Nevada, calling for an investigation into Dr. Daniel Olukoya, the General Overseer of MFM.

In her petition, titled "Rescue MFM Church Victims from Dr. DK Olukoya," Asekun alleges that Olukoya has exploited his position of authority to prey on single mothers and young women from vulnerable backgrounds. She claims he has used spiritual guidance and prayer as a guise for abuse, accusing him of systematic exploitation.

Asekun further asserts that many victims have refrained from speaking out due to fear of retaliation, enabling these alleged actions to persist unchecked. She has urged law enforcement to scrutinise Olukoya’s activities beyond his religious leadership.

The petition claimed that Olukoya leveraged his international church branches, including those in the US, to initiate lawsuits against individuals attempting to expose him. It was further alleged that he avoids court appearances by delegating legal actions to others.

Asekun urged immediate investigation into these claims and, if warranted, accountability for Olukoya. She stressed the importance of addressing the alleged abuse of power and violations of fundamental human rights, emphasising that the community must not ignore such concerns.

She concluded by calling on authorities to protect those allegedly affected by Olukoya’s manipulation and exploitation while taking steps to prevent further harm to vulnerable individuals.