The Anambra State Government has reportedly arrested and charged several individuals identified as alleged fake pastors in a renewed crackdown on religious fraud and related criminal activities in the state.

According to available reports, the suspects were arraigned before a court over accusations of using staged miracles and deceptive spiritual claims to defraud members of the public.

The state government is said to be intensifying efforts to curb the activities of individuals who exploit residents under the guise of religious ministry.

The administration of Governor Charles Soludo has in recent months maintained a firm stance against what it describes as fraudulent religious practices, warning that such acts will not be tolerated in the state.

Meanwhile, social media reports have also circulated a claim that a controversial bail condition was set for the accused persons, allegedly requiring them to “heal a blind person” before being granted bail.

However, this claim has not been independently verified by official court sources or major news outlets. Authorities have not issued any formal statement confirming the alleged bail condition, and details of the court proceedings remain limited at the time of filing this report.

The case has sparked mixed reactions online, with some residents supporting the government’s efforts to clamp down on religious exploitation, while others are calling for caution and strict adherence to due process in handling the accused.

The matter is expected to continue in court as legal proceedings unfold.