A 21-year-old lady, Sukura Owodunni, was allegedly set on fire by a pastor, Taiwo Odebiyi, during a special prayer session in Ogun State.

The incident according to the state police occurred on August 17 when the pastor was trying to perform a miracle on her at his Cherubim and Seraphim Maberu Parish located in Offin in the Sagamu area of the State.

It was gathered that the pastor asked the victim to buy some items like Amazing Grace perfume, local eggs and a candle for the special prayer session.

As the session began, the pastor was said to have poured the perfume on the lady’s body and lit the candle, immediately, fire engulfed the lady and burnt her shoulder, chest and legs.

The lady was immediately rushed to the hospital, and the pastor was arrested by the police.

SP Omolola Odutola, the Police Public Relations Officer confirmed the incident on Wednesday and informed that investigations are still going on.

“The lady was said to have been abandoned to fend for her medical bills after the incident. The victim has been taken to the hospital for medical attention.

“Our men have arrested the suspect. The case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department after the preliminary investigation is perfected,” Odutola said.