The founder of Omega Power Ministries (OPM), Apostle Chibuzor Gift Chinyere, has reportedly announced plans to arrange a marriage for one of his adopted daughters, a 21-year-old woman identified as Chiemeka Chibuzor, who is said to be living with autism.
According to reports circulating on social media and local platforms, the cleric has also proposed a package of financial incentives and welfare support for any man willing to marry her.
The development has sparked widespread discussion online, drawing both support and criticism from members of the public.
This is not the first time the cleric has made such arrangements. In recent years, he gained attention after reportedly facilitating the marriage of an adopted autistic man under his care. In that case, the church provided substantial support, including accommodation, financial assistance, and material gifts such as a car and land.
The OPM founder has consistently maintained that his mission is to provide care and stability for vulnerable individuals, especially those abandoned by society.
The latest announcement has triggered mixed reactions across Nigeria.
Supporters argue that Apostle Chinyere is using his platform to provide care, dignity, and long-term support for individuals who may otherwise be neglected.
However, critics have raised concerns over the ethics of marriage arrangements involving individuals with autism, questioning issues such as informed consent, autonomy, and the appropriateness of linking marriage to financial incentives.
Some commentators have also argued that such individuals may require structured caregiving and medical support rather than marital arrangements.
As of the time of filing this report, details surrounding the proposed marriage arrangement, including whether a suitor has been identified or formal procedures have begun, remain unclear.
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