Divorce and Libel Lawsuit of Florence and Daniel Obinim

Gospel musician Florence Obinim and Bishop Daniel Obinim, founder of the International God’s Way Church, have entered divorce proceedings following a marriage of over 20 years.

Legal representatives for Florence Obinim stated the divorce follows allegations of extramarital affairs involving the Bishop. During a service in Tema, Bishop Obinim publicly claimed that Florence is demanding GH¢20 million, an apartment complex, several properties including a residence in Barcelona, Spain, and the church building in Tema, as well as GH¢10,000 monthly for medical expenses. These claims have not been independently verified.

Following her initial divorce petition filed on October 7, 2026, Florence Obinim filed a lawsuit at the High Court in Accra against Bishop Obinim. The suit accuses the Bishop of making libelous and slanderous remarks during a church service on October 11, 2026, at the IGWC Tema branch. The legal filing alleges the Bishop read portions of her private divorce petition aloud to the congregation, questioning her mental state and social associations. Because the services are broadcast on television and streamed online, Florence argues the comments were published to a mass audience to damage her reputation.

Amid the dispute, Bishop Obinim has reportedly made blunt public comments regarding the separation, including claims that he initiated the divorce and dismissals of suggestions that he is emotionally devastated by the split. Separately, Florence Obinim has adopted the public identity ‘Queen Florence The Lioness’ as part of her rebranding.