Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka, founder of Adoration Ministry Enugu Nigeria (AMEN), has recounted what he described as a “medical and scientific mystery” involving his eyesight, saying doctors reportedly found that both of his eyes had deteriorated to a level associated with blindness even though he could still see and read without assistance.
Mbaka shared the experience in a video at Passion Center, where he spoke about the extensive eye examinations he underwent after years of stress and sleeplessness.
According to the cleric, he was subjected to several ophthalmological and optical tests using modern medical equipment. He said the results reportedly left the doctors unable to explain how he was still able to see normally.
Mbaka claimed that the examinations indicated that the condition of both eyes had progressed beyond the level of legal blindness. Despite this, he said he could read, move around and carry out activities without assistance.
He recalled that the doctors initially assumed members of the Ayanwu family had brought him to the hospital because he was blind.
“But I said, ‘No, I came by myself.’ They said medically and scientifically, it is not possible for a man whose eye issue has reached the fifth or sixth level of blindness to see, talk less of coming by himself,” he said, recounting the doctors’ reaction.
Mbaka said he then opened his Bible and read from it in front of the doctors, further increasing their surprise.
“I opened the pages of the Bible and started reading it. Are you telling me that the God of Adoration doesn’t exist?” he said.
According to Mbaka, the doctors told him that they could not explain his ability to see unless he had somehow received new eyes.
“They said, ‘Except God has put new eyes.’ Yes, God has put new eyes,” he recalled.
The priest further said the medical findings were sent to Dr Chiogbu Chukwu, who is based in Los Angeles. He claimed that another doctor identified as Dr Scott subsequently reviewed the case and confirmed that, medically and scientifically, both eyes were no longer functioning.
“Chiogbu confirmed through Dr Scott that, medically, scientifically, the two eyes are gone. But I’m seeing with them,” Mbaka said.
He described himself as a beneficiary of what he considers a miracle, while acknowledging that he could not explain how he was still able to see.
“What then do you call miracle? I’m a beneficiary. I can now join you to give testimony,” he said.
Mbaka also rejected the idea that his condition was necessarily a result of his personal prayers or fasting, saying he could not explain what had happened.
“How, I don’t know. I won’t tell you because I prayed so well or I fasted so well. No. Only God knew what He did,” he said.
Despite sharing the experience as a testimony of faith, the cleric urged his followers not to abandon medical treatment when seeking spiritual intervention.
He stressed that people who are sick should continue to follow professional medical advice rather than depending solely on prayers.
“I will always ask you if you are sick. Don’t neglect the medical advice. Do not rely only on prayers. God created those people that are doctors,” he said.
Mbaka added that he believes in both medical and spiritual healing, saying the method through which healing occurs should ultimately be left to God.
“I believe in medical healing, even as I approve spiritual healing. However God does it, let Him be glorified,” he said.
The priest also expressed appreciation to members of the Adoration Ministry and other supporters for their prayers and encouragement, describing their collective support as an important source of strength for the church.
Using a football team as an analogy, Mbaka said his ministry could not be sustained by one person alone.
“Mbaka cannot play and be a keeper. Mbaka is like a football team with wingers, defenders, keeper and midfielder,” he said.
