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Any time I remember the story of Pastor Akolade Arowolo, the RCCG Youth Pastor Sentenced To Death, my heart breaks as I reflect on how what used to be a lovely and Godly relationship that lead to marriage could later end in doom. I decided to bring this story here so that we can also learn from the mistakes of the deceased couple.

Few years ago, a youth pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Akolade Arowolo was sentenced to die by hanging for the murder of his banker wife, Titilayo.

Pastor Arowolo could not hold back his pains after the court ruling, he burst into a fit of prayer. Titilayo worked with Skye bank, whilst her husband was unemployed. Prosecutors were able to present compelling evidence that led to the conviction of Mr Arowolo and his sentencing by Justice Lateefat Okunu of the Ikeja High Court, he was handed a death sentence. Justice Okunu held in her over three hours judgment that evidence before the court proved that Arowolo actually murdered his wife in their matrimonial home.

Testimony in the form of a forensic report from Prof. John Oladapo Obafunwa, a pathologist, was what the court used to determine that there was no way the deceased could have stabbed herself to death. Immediately after the judgment, Arowolo fell down in the dock and started shouting “Jesus have mercy.” PM News reports that Prof Obafunwa testified that his autopsy report revealed that Titilayo was killed through 76 knife stab wounds.

There were claims by Pastor Arowolo, suggesting that his wife was possessed and inflicted injuries on herself. He noted that the knife wounds affected Titilayo’s left eye, right eye, upper chest area, right chest and collar bone. Prof. Obafunwa pointed out in his testimony that the deceased could not have inflicted such wounds on herself. To further prove its case, prosecution invited some of Titilayo’s family members who testified that Arowolo and Titilayo had always had a troubled marriage.

The family members included Titilayo’s father, George Oyakhire; sister, Ijeh and mother-in-law, Mrs Adetoun Yeside Oyakhire. The three witnesses testified that the couple lived a cat and mouse life. They claimed that the family had at several times, settled serious fights between the couple. None of the witnesses however saw what actually happened on the day Titilayo died

The Herald reports that Arowolo’s co-tenant, Adewale Adeyemi also gave evidence in the case. Arowolo’s parents testified that their son was incapable of murder

Adeyemi in his evidence said that on the day of the incident he heard a loud noise when he was in his apartment and later saw Arowolo rushing out with a deep cut in his palms. He claimed to have also seen a hammer and a knife with a broken handle in the yard. Other witnesses such a the security man at the Arowolos’ residence, Investigating Police Officer and an MTN Staff also gave evidence in the case.

Youth PastorArowolo broke down in tears, after the judge handed him the death sentence, he had claimed he was innocent of killing his wife. Having presented its case, the burden was shifted on Arowolo to defend himself.

Expectedly, Arowolo had his personal explanation as to what happened on the day Titilayo died. First, he claimed that he and his deceased wife had passionate sex for two hours and kissed on the same day she died.

He claimed that Titi stabbed herself to death on the day after they had a fight. Arowolo claimed that Titilayo was possessed by an evil spirit and inflicted several stab wounds on him before turning to herself. Arowolo’s father, Mudashiru and mother also testified of their son’s good behavior, insisting he could not have killed his wife.

They claimed that he has always been a religious person and was incapable of killing.”

Reflection: What can people say about your relationship or marriage with your partner now? What can you say about it too? Are you still keeping it real as you initially started the journey or are you just tolerating your partner? May God bless our marriage and may it end well.

Nobody suffer abuses more than pastor’s wives

Pastor’s wives are really tolerating nonsense in their marriage

Most of these men of God have anger issues, they are so nice outside but monsters inside

I'm so glad justice was served

I don't know what is delaying the justice of late osinachi

May God save our daughters from these wicked soul claiming to be men of God. Just imagine, if not for the serious witnesses against him, he could have gone away with the point that she was possessed by demon when he was actually the demon disguised as a pastor. The story was all over the media around 2010/2011...I pity the family of the poor lady who thought she was in love with a man of God but the Devil Himself.

One of them is definitely possessed. And seriously, no normal human should stick around living with someone who is possessed. The second you figure out they're possessed, that's your cue to bail. Although, I kinda doubt it was the lady. If she was truly possessed, the evil spirit probably wouldn't have killed her unless it had a new host.

The article didn't mention anything about what causes the couples constant fights. Most often than not, it's infidelity. If someone is unfaithful or deliberately being difficult, you can always leave them.
Life is Good.

RealityKings1:
The article didn't mention anything about what causes the couples constant fights. Most often than not, it's infidelity. If someone is unfaithful or deliberately being difficult, you can always leave them.
Life is Good.

Several things can cause issues between married couples...it could be anything apart from infidelity. The truth is that you were not born or raised by the same parent and you didn't come from the same background. What matters is how you manage the differences and how you can tolerate each other.

I was there...I witnessed the court judgement. Something in me told me he didn't commit the crime but how could I proven it to the judge? I knew he didn't kill his wife but he was wrong to have been beating her and killing her inside. Her mental health was a problem before the incidence. Nobody talks about mental health issue in marriage, all they see is the physical abuse which is just integral. There are several depressed wives out there...mentally challenged but they are just acting strong as if nothing is happening. Please, parents reach out to your daughter's and find out what is really up with them in their marriage. Don't just assume that everything is fine.

DanielJones:
Several things can cause issues between married couples...it could be anything apart from infidelity. The truth is that you were not born or raised by the same parent and you didn't come from the same background. What matters is how you manage the differences and how you can tolerate each other.

You are right...we don't just have to jump to conclusion.