The Lagos State Police Command on Tuesday confirmed that the Senior Pastor of House on the Rock Church, Pastor Paul Adefarasin, voluntarily turned himself in for questioning following the circulation of a viral video showing him displaying a gun-like object.
“No one is above the law. Pastor Paul Adefarasin has turned himself in at the Lagos State Police Command Headquarters, Ikeja, and is currently being interrogated by detectives who have commenced investigation on the case,” the police said in a post on X.
They added, “The outcome of the investigation will be made public.”
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The video, which surfaced earlier this month, shows the prominent cleric driving a Range Rover, winding down his window, and engaging with a road user while holding a black unidentified object.
The footage sparked widespread speculation online, with many alleging the object resembled a firearm.
In response, Pastor Adefarasin took to his official X handle to dismiss the claims.
“You might be aware of a video which has been circulating on social media showing me in what some have misunderstood as brandishing a firearm. I want to assure you of this — that was certainly not a firearm, and at no point did I point such at anyone,” he wrote.
The clergyman acknowledged the public concern stirred by the footage and appealed for calm.
“We understand the concern that this accusation may have caused… Thank you for your patience and understanding,” he added, noting that he would address the matter further during Sunday’s church service.
Eyewitness commentary accompanying the viral clip suggested the incident occurred when a passer-by recognised Adefarasin in traffic. The clergyman was seen lowering his window and raising the object, prompting assumptions that it was a weapon.
