Gospel artiste Florence Obinim has pushed back against speculation that her recent appearance is the result of plastic surgery, explaining that the changes came from sustained periods of fasting and prayer dedicated to her husband’s ministry.

In her response to the claims, Mrs Obinim maintained that her face is natural and emphasized that she has never undergone any cosmetic procedure.

She said the visible weight loss followed months of intense spiritual commitment, undertaken as she sought divine help for the restoration and progress of her husband’s church.

According to her, the fasting and prayer were not motivated by a desire to alter her physical looks but were a personal sacrifice made during a challenging phase to support the revival of the ministry.

Her clarification follows comments made by Apostle Daniel Obinim, founder of the International God’s Way Church, who also addressed the matter during a church service.

The preacher admitted that he had previously gone off course, noting that the criticism and public pressure he experienced contributed to his personal growth and transformation.

He further explained that his wife also needed to face public scrutiny to renew her mindset and make adjustments in some areas of her life. Apostle Obinim appealed to the public not to hold him or their marriage responsible for what many have described as Florence Obinim’s dramatic transformation.

He added that criticism can be a catalyst for improvement and reiterated that neither he nor their union should be blamed for the changes seen in his wife.