Nigerian Pastor Tobi Adegboyega Loses Deportation Case

Nigerian pastor Tobi Adegboyega has lost his legal battle against deportation from the UK due to allegations of financial misconduct linked to his church, SPAC Nation, which was shut down after failing to account for over £1.87 million in expenses. Adegboyega, a cousin of actor John Boyega, argued that deportation would violate his human rights under the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) since he is married to a British woman and has contributed positively to the community. His legal team described him as a 'charismatic' leader who has mentored many young people, but no supporting testimonies were presented to the court. The tribunal noted the Home Office's claims that the church operated without transparency and that former members likened it to a cult, accusing it of pressuring impoverished individuals for donations through extreme measures. The tribunal ruled that these factors justified his deportation despite his community contributions. Adegboyega has been living in the UK unlawfully since overstaying his visa.