A pastor of a popular Pentecostal church in Delta State, identified as Pastor Sunday Ogbogho, has been arraigned before an Asaba Magistrate Court for allegedly assaulting his tenant, journalist Mr. Kenneth Orusi.
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According to court documents, the incident occurred on July 27, 2025, at No. 5 Ediale Street, off Ibusa Road, Asaba, where Ogbogho allegedly attacked Orusi with a hard object believed to be a wheel spanner, causing head injuries. The case, filed under charge number 367 at Magistrate Court 4, Asaba, is being prosecuted under Section 355 of the Criminal Code.
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During Wednesday’s hearing, Ogbogho pleaded not guilty. His defence counsel argued for bail, stating the defendant was a landlord in Asaba. The court granted bail in the sum of ₦500,000, with one surety who must be a civil servant of at least Grade Level 12, present valid identification, appointment and promotion letters, a recent payslip, and sworn affidavit. The surety’s residence will also be verified by court and police officers.
The presiding magistrate cautioned against accepting sureties from certain government agencies, noting difficulty in tracing such officials when defendants abscond. “When you take someone on bail, you are telling the court you will ensure they attend trial until the case is disposed of,” she warned.
The magistrate further stressed that “justice is not for sale,” warning against bribery attempts directed at court staff, lawyers, or anyone claiming influence over judicial proceedings.
The matter has been adjourned until August 25, 2025, for further hearing.
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