Home Affairs still reviewing controversial pastor Timothy Omotoso’s right to remain in SA

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Omotoso, who was acquitted in a botched prosecution of sexually assaulting young women in his church, has not been deported – despite what the National Prosecuting Authority said.

Omotoso, who was acquitted in a botched prosecution of sexually assaulting young women in his church, has not been deported – despite what the National Prosecuting Authority said.

The Department of Home Affairs confirmed on Tuesday, 22 April that the controversial televangelist Timothy Omotoso was not deported from South Africa after his acquittal on charges of sexual assault, rape and human trafficking.

“No, the Department has not deported Timothy Omotoso. The Department has noted the public interest in the matter involving Omotoso. The issues relating to the status of Omotoso in South Africa are being reviewed by the Department, as directed by the court,” Home Affairs spokesperson Siya Qoza said.

Omotoso’s attorney, Peter Daubermann, said that while he no longer holds instruct...
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