Nigeria, Feb. 18 -- The Catholic Diocese of Awka on Monday issued a statement, vowing to investigate the circumstances surrounding a viral video on social media involving a priest under the diocese, Reverend Father Jude Muokwe, working at St Gabriel's Catholic School, Ifitedunu in Dunukofia Council Area of Anambra State and a teacher, Mrs Maureen Ikeorah.

Reverend Father Muokwe, who is the manager of the School in Ifitedunu, has been accused of assaulting Mrs. Ikeorah, a 50-year-old widow, over a salary deduction dispute.

The incident reportedly occurred on February 12, 2025, during school hours.

Mrs. Ikeorah, who hails from Umuanugwo village in Ifitedunu and has been teaching at the School, allegedly confronted Fr. Muokwe regarding un...