He reportedly begged for forgiveness after being arrested, claiming that a “spiritual attack” had left him unable to understand what he was doing at that moment.
He said he was “surprised” to see himself beating his younger sister in the viral video.
His arrest was confirmed to DAILY POST on Tuesday morning by Catherine Anene, the public relations officer for the Benue State Police.
She, however, said the deacon is yet to be interrogated.
“Yes, that is true [he has been arrested]. But for the claims about what he said, I haven’t spoken with him. When I speak with him, I will get back to you,” the PPRO said.