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Rape convicted church minister's hearing on appeal next month

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By Marieta Heidi Ilalio 22 May 2026, 8:00PM

The Supreme Court questioned the defence counsel of a New Methodist minister found guilty of rape, whether the law allowed for the appeal to be filed just yet.

By Marieta Heidi Ilalio 22 May 2026, 8:00PM

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