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Philippine authorities arrested Apollo Quiboloy, a high-profile televangelist wanted for human trafficking and sexual exploitation, on September 8, 2024, after a two-week manhunt. Quiboloy, the founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC), a megachurch claiming millions of followers worldwide, stands accused of orchestrating a sex trafficking ring that targeted minors and exploited his congregation for labor. Quiboloy was apprehended at his 75-acre compound in Davao City after a large-scale raid by the Philippine National Police, who also issued a 24-hour ultimatum for Quiboloy, and four others implicated in the case to surrender[1]. His capture, involving thousands of law enforcement officers, marks a significant victory for international authorities but also highlights the intricate political and diplomatic hurdles that often complicate such high-profile cases. Philippine Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos announced the arrest in a Facebook post, sharing a selfie with the pastor in custody.