In a groundbreaking report released on Monday, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has brought to light a disturbing trail of abuse and torture orchestrated by the late Prophet Temitope Balogun (TB) Joshua, founder of the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN).
Dozens of former SCOAN members, including five British nationals, have come forward with harrowing tales of atrocities allegedly committed by Joshua.
The BBC’s two-year investigation reveals chilling accounts of widespread abuse and torture within the walls of SCOAN. Witnesses describe instances of physical violence, child abuse, and individuals being subjected to whipping and chaining.
A close friend, Carla, recounts her tragic experience as her friend Rae suffered unspeakable horrors, leading Carla to express profound regret for leaving her in Joshua’s compound.
Allegations extend to forced abortions within the church, with women claiming that Joshua coerced them into terminating pregnancies resulting from alleged rapes. Jessica Kaimu, a survivor from Namibia, discloses a five-year ordeal that began when she was 17, recounting multiple forced abortions due to Joshua’s actions.
The report also exposes the dark underbelly of supposed “miracle healings” broadcast to millions. Former SCOAN member Agomoh Paul unveils the orchestrated nature of these miracles, describing Joshua as a genius who meticulously planned and executed the deceptive practices.
Disturbingly, multiple interviewees draw parallels between their experiences at SCOAN and cult-like operations.
Witnesses reveal incidents of being stripped, beaten with electrical cables and horse whips, and systematically deprived of sleep, portraying an environment that resembled cult practices.
While the BBC reached out to SCOAN for a response, the church did not address the specific allegations but insisted that previous claims were unfounded.
The revelations have sparked widespread concern and raised questions about the accountability of religious leaders, prompting a call for further investigation into the actions of the late Prophet TB Joshua.
