Pastor Apollo Quiboloy’s camp strongly refutes new claims, including accusations of using women as gifts, amidst ongoing legal proceedings. Attorney Israelito Torreon dismissed these allegations as ‘baseless and repulsive,’ expressing that his client found them both surprising and amusing.
Recent reports from a self-confessed member of the so-called ‘Angels of Death’ suggest that Pastor Quiboloy utilized this group to intimidate alleged victims. This individual is currently held in custody while authorities, including the Philippine National Police and the Philippine Army, investigate the purported link between Quiboloy’s organization and army reservists. In contrast, the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) disputes these claims, referring to its members as ‘prayer warriors’ with spiritual focus.
The allegations come at a critical moment, with legal actions on human trafficking charges against Quiboloy scheduled for September 25 and October 17. If convicted, the pastor faces a potential life sentence in the Philippines. He also faces serious charges in the United States involving sex trafficking, coercion, and cash smuggling.
Although Quiboloy previously denied any wrongdoing, terming accusations as those made by rejected women, more purported victims have come forward. They allege coercion into sexual acts under threat of retaliation by the ‘Angels of Death.’ Despite mounting pressure and significant international attention, the church maintains that all members act voluntarily.
As investigations unfold, this situation underscores the complexities and ongoing challenges in tackling allegations of abuse within influential organizations.
