I was an armed robber at 14 before giving my life to Christ – Odumeje

Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere, the controversial Onitsha-based cleric better known as Odumeje, has opened up about his past lifestyle.

In an undated video now making the round on social media, Odumeje revealed that he grew up in a dangerous street in Onitsha, Anambra state.

Addressing his congregation, the controversial cleric said he became involved in armed robbery and terrorism at the age of 14.

Odumeje added that his life changed through the help of his mother, who led him to Christ and helped him find salvation.

“I was born in Onitsha city. No 3, Nnewi street. And I grew up in a dangerous street. I became an armed robber at the age of 14,” he said.

“I became a terrorist until Jesus Christ arrest me through the help of my mother to change my life… a destroyer become a saviour.”

Odumeje has always been in the news for controversial reasons. The cleric rode to fame on the back of what many described as his “unorthodox practices”.

In March, Ohanaemere issued a stern warning to critics accusing him of using fake powers.

“Do not criticise the miracles that Jesus is using me to do because you want to get attention from people. You can never go free,” he said.

He also advised those who disagree with his teachings to stop spreading falsehoods about him.