Audio By Carbonatix
Two pastors of an Angolan religious sect, army of faith, have been arrested for allegedly donning replicas of Angolan Armed Forces uniforms, local media report.
Novo Jornal website reports that the two were arrested on Wednesday by officers from Criminal Investigation Service (SIC) "with red pins similar to the ones worn by army generals".
SIC spokesperson Manuel Halaiwa is quoted as saying the two will be charged with illegal use of military uniform and exercising illegal religious activities "because their sect is not registered".
It follows a viral video that showed the two pastors presiding over a ceremony attended by more than 80 youths - some of whom were dressed in replicas of army uniform.
The VOA recently reported that the government had launched a crackdown on unregistered churches and those that purport to perform miracles.
Latest Stories
-
Former deputy A-G alleges improper court process in Kpandai election matter
5 minutes -
‘Aben Wo Ha News’ fanbase bond over year-end excursion to Buaben-Fiema and Kintampo falls
8 minutes -
Clerk to parliament overstepped in triggering EC action on Kpandai seat- Tuah-Yeboah
33 minutes -
Nyindam should remain an MP until appeals end – Prof Appiagyei-Atua
37 minutes -
The idea that elections are won at the polling stations generates violence – Kofi Bentil
1 hour -
Parliament’s declaration Kpandai seat vacant was premature – Kofi Bentil
1 hour -
Ashanti Regional Police deploy over 1,000 officers for festive security
1 hour -
Green Communities International appoints Ing. Prof. Douglas Boateng as board chair to drive Africa’s green transition
1 hour -
Ghana’s Sahel envoy facilitates release of Nigerian aircraft from Burkina Faso
2 hours -
MIIF, Gold Fields executives hold strategic talks on potential investment opportunities
2 hours -
Ghana temporarily closes five historic coastal forts for maintenance
2 hours -
Trade Minister tours Ekumfi Juice Factory, assures support for expansion
2 hours -
Canada and Ghana explore new frontiers to boost trade and investment
2 hours -
Gov’t moves to validate national agribusiness policy for inclusive growth
2 hours -
Gideon Boako slams Bryan Acheampong over alleged false claim involving Bawumia
2 hours