Pastor Apollo Quiboloy

2024 - 9 - 11

When the Appointed Son of God Hits Rock Bottom: A Pastor's Hasty Surrender!

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Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, once revered as the 'Appointed Son of God,' faces charges of trafficking and more! Find out what led him to surrender and why President Marcos isn't giving him VIP treatment!

In the Philippines, the self-proclaimed "Appointed Son of God," Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, is in hot water following a high-profile surrender after weeks of evasion. Known for his controversial teachings and the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) church, Quiboloy found himself wanted by the FBI amidst serious allegations, including child trafficking and sexual abuse. As authorities closed in, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. indicated there would be no special treatment for the celebrity preacher, hinting that everyone — even a pastor with such a grandiose title — would have to face the law like any common citizen.

Quiboloy was arrested last Sunday after a two-week standoff, bringing an end to a dramatic saga that had captured the nation's attention. Now, with a staggering P14 million reward announced for informants providing information about his whereabouts, many are watching closely as the Filipino community grapples with the implications of such accusations against one of its most prominent religious figures. Not only does this shine a light on matters of faith, but it also raises questions about accountability and justice within religious institutions.

Sci-fi plots may depict alien beings and incredible powers, but Quiboloy's claims of being the "appointed son" seem to border on the ludicrous, considering his current predicament. This turn of events has many skeptics wondering how someone with such divine self-identity could fall from grace so spectacularly. His church, once a symbol of hope for many followers, now faces scrutiny as members question their leader's moral standing and the practices within the institution.

In a twist of fate, the once-adored pastor, who presented himself as a healer and liberator, finds himself tangled in a web of legal challenges that could lead to his extradition to the U.S. His saga also ushers in an era where faith, celebrity, and ethics collide — a spectacle sure to keep the media buzzing for weeks to come! Meanwhile, the Philippines continues to wrestle with its image on the international stage, especially in matters of human rights and child protection. In related news, did you know that in 2018, the Philippines recorded over 2,000 reports of child trafficking incidents? This unsettling statistic amplifies the urgency for action, accountability, and reform that extends far beyond the life of one man.

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No special treatment for celebrity pastor Apollo Quiboloy, says ... (Marianas Variety)

MANILA (Reuters) — Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said on Monday that evangelist preacher Apollo Quiboloy will not be given special treatment ...

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Criminal charges face Philippine preacher claiming to be 'Appointed ... (Reuters)

Apollo Quiboloy, the self-proclaimed "Appointed Son of God" who founded a church in the Philippines called the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC), ...

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Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, Wanted for Child Trafficking Crimes ... (Christianheadlines.com)

Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, Wanted for Child Trafficking Crimes, Surrenders after Two-Week Standoff, Milton Quintanilla - Read breaking news headlies with a ...

P14M reward for Quiboloy, et al to be given to 'informants' — PNP (GMA News Online)

An unspecified number of informants will receive the P14 million reward for giving information that led to the arrest of Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) ...

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'Most Wanted' Pastor Accused of Sexually Abusing Minors Under ... (PEOPLE.com)

A well-known pastor in the Philippines was arrested on Sunday following a weeks-long standoff, and now the FBI is hoping to extradite him to the United ...

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FBI's most-wanted pastor's arrest puts Philippine's Duterte on defense (The Japan Times)

Apollo Quiboloy, founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ church, is wanted by the FBI for alleged sexual abuse, human trafficking and smuggling.

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PNP to keep Quiboloy in Camp Crame despite transfer order (INQUIRER.net)

MANILA, Philippines — A Quezon City court has ordered the transfer of pastor Apollo Quiboloy and one of his five coaccused to the male dormitory of the New ...

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The arrest of Apollo Quiboloy of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ church ... (ABC News)

The rise of Apollo Quiboloy saw him attract millions of followers around the world, become a political king-maker and have connections to the highest office ...

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PNP: More Quiboloy 'victims,' including minors, reported to police (GMA News Online)

More alleged victims of Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader Apollo Quiboloy have surfaced and reported their plight to the police, the Philippine National ...

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Philippine police say 'alarming details' uncovered in new allegations ... (CNA)

MANILA: Police in the Philippines said on Wednesday (Sep 11) more people had come forward alleging sexual abuse by celebrity pastor Apollo Quiboloy, ...

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Apollo Quiboloy: what are the charges against Philippines ... (Reuters)

Philippine pastor Apollo Quiboloy, self-proclaimed "Appointed Son of God", has been apprehended after a weeks-long search by more than 2000 police officers ...

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Philippines Police Uncover 'Alarming' Abuse By Celebrity Preacher ... (The Whistler NG)

Philippines police have on Wednesday revealed that more victims have come forward alleging sexual abuse by celebrity pastor Apollo Quiboloy, exposing an.

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Philippine Police: More alleged victims come forward against Pastor ... (benarnews)

Authorities are currently verifying information provided by witnesses who said they were sexually abused by Quiboloy, the spiritual adviser to ex-President ...

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