RCCG Youth Province Spends N40 Million On Free Transportation For Lagosians

The Redeemed Christian Church of God, Youth Province 1, in partnership with other youth provinces across Lagos, has reportedly spent N40m on its free-bus-to-work initiative, which provided morning and evening transportation for commuters across the state.

Youth Province 1 disclosed this in a statement on Friday, noting that this year’s edition ran from November 24 to December 5.

According to the statement, the morning routes covered RCCG Jesus Palace (Festac) to CMS; Oworonshoki to CMS; Redemption City to 7UP; Redemption City to Sagamu; Redemption City to Trinity Towers (VI); Redemption City to Agege; and Ikorodu to Maryland. Free return trips were provided in the evenings.

The church explained that the programme, now in its second year, was introduced to cushion the effects of rising living costs and the strain of daily transportation on Nigerians.

The statement added, “Rising living costs without a commensurate increase in income have become the daily reality for many Nigerians.

“One such significant burden is transportation — a challenge that Youth Province 1 of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, in partnership with other youth provinces across Lagos, is addressing by providing free transportation to and from work.”

This year, about 10 long yellow buses were deployed, conveying hundreds of commuters daily.

Speaking on the initiative, the Pastor-in-Charge of Youth Province 1, Pastor Oluwagbemileke Adeboye, said the church embarked on the project to ease pressure on residents.

Adeboye said, “This initiative is our way of lending a hand to people. We did it last year and witnessed the massive relief it provided, so we decided to do it again this year in collaboration with Youth Provinces 2, 7, 14, 18 and 20 of the Redeemed Christian Church of God.

“We also find the journeys a meaningful way to start or wrap up the day, sharing God’s Word and praying as we set out or return from work. It is open to all, regardless of tribe or religion.

“Beyond the morning trips, the church also provided free return journeys in the evenings, expending about N40m on the initiative.”

He added that Youth Province 1, assisted by Pastor Martins Olusakin, Assistant Pastor-in-Charge of Province (CSR), and Pastor Abiodun Famojuro, Assistant Pastor-in-Charge of Province (Administration), is also preparing for the RCCG Holy Ghost Congress scheduled for the second week of December.

Olusakin said beneficiaries had continued to commend the gesture, with many taking to social media to express gratitude to the church.

“The gratitude of commuters is evident in their smiles and relieved sighs as the church continues to extend this support to many,” he added.

 

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Insecurity: Oyedepo Rains Curses On Terrorists And Kidnappers

Presiding Bishop of Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo, on Sunday rained curses on perpetrators of the dastardly acts of terrorism and kidnapping in Nigeria.

Oyedepo also called on Christians across the country to engage in intensive midnight prayers to confront what he described as “the raging battle against the Church and the nation.”

Delivering his sermon at Canaanland, Ota, Ogun State, on Sunday the clergyman said the escalating kidnappings, killings and terror-linked attacks in various parts of the country demanded a spiritual response from believers, insisting that the “Church of Christ in Nigeria is indestructible.”

“The Church of Christ in Nigeria is indestructible. The gates of hell cannot prevail against it. Nigeria will never become an Islamic state. Never, never, never,” Oyedepo declared to the congregation.

Recalling recent incidents in which five worshippers were shot dead in a church and 35 villagers abducted with kidnappers demanding ₦100 million, Oyedepo lamented the proliferation of violent crimes, describing human trafficking and ransom-driven abductions as “worse than the scourge of slavery.”

“You pick someone and say they should bring 700 million. My God, who are you? Today, human trade has become a big-time business,” he said.

Oyedepo also invoked stern declarations against the perpetrators of such crimes, calling on the church to intensify prayers in the Holy Spirit as a form of spiritual resistance.

“Every perpetrator of these killings and their spouses come under their custody. When this church prays, God hears. Everyone behind it, in the name of the Lord Jesus, within the next seven days, they are smelling. They are stinking. It’s done,” he proclaimed.

The Bishop, who further directed members of the church to spiritually fortify their homes and workplaces, said “Every one of you, anoint your houses, anoint your business places, and sprinkle the blood as a no-go area,” he instructed.

He also announced what he called a nationwide spiritual operation beginning at midnight, urging all members, regardless of their usual sleep patterns, to participate.

“I’m asking every living Winner, no matter how much anointing you have for sleep, that anointing is broken. Between 12 and 1 a.m. from tonight, you are crying to God for mercy and placing curses on the perpetrators,” he said.

“12 midnight tonight, the operation begins. Satan is in trouble. His agents are in trouble.”

The cleric also shared that he had been in a heightened spiritual state ahead of the directive.

“For three days, I’ve been half-asleep and half-awake. As the Lord lives, who sent me as one of the watchmen over this nation, this shall not continue,” he stated.

While concluding with a forceful declaration that divine judgment would visit those behind Nigeria’s insecurity, Oyedepo declared “In the camp of the wicked, there shall be catastrophe, and any member of this church, touched, equals fire and brimstone in the camp of the enemy.”

 

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Rising Insecurity: Fortify Yourselves With Juju, Pastor Tells Congregation

A pastor has sparked outrage online after advising his church members to “go and do juju” as protection against possible bandit attacks.

The cleric, whose name has now been identified from his social media handles, as Pastor Oloruntimilehin Daramola of Omnipotence Mission of God, spoke passionately during the sermon. He insisted that spiritual fortification was necessary, arguing that he could not be the only one protected while his congregation remained vulnerable.

In his words, “My people need to strengthen themselves spiritually. I can’t be fortified alone while my members remain exposed. In moments of danger, faith must be backed with preparedness.”

He went on to justify his controversial instruction, telling members that prayers alone were not enough in the face of rising insecurity.

“I’m a true man of God. Go and do juju so that when they bring gun to your place, let the guns face themselves. Or use stick to pursue them. If they are coming to your church, they should die before they get there. Go and do it o. All my church members must do it — if they don’t, I’ll pursue them. I can’t be fortified while my church members are not. I’m a good shepherd,” he added.

He also referenced past incidents in Kaduna and other locations, claiming that some Christians who called the name of Jesus during attacks still died because “Jesus said until you get to heaven.”

The pastor added that he oversees multiple branches in America, the UK, and Nigeria.

Social Media Reactions

@Crypto_psalm: “Omo make una go fortify una self o. Pastor don share update. Na who get backup go survive o. Make you no die like mumu.” 

@SmartTrollHQ: “If juju was the answer, we wouldn’t still be begging for security. Time to stop hiding behind superstition and demand real action.”

@AnnieSaliss: “What kind of Endtime pastor is this?” 

@Kelvin_aproko: “This one is telling us the source of his power already.”

@Somorii: “Pastor said make una go do dira. Omo, baba dey fear death!” 

The video of his sermon continues to circulate widely on social media, sparking debates about the role of religious leaders in guiding members during times of insecurity.

 

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PFN's President Marks 69 Birthday Today

The National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) and Presiding Bishop of Sword of the Spirit Ministries, Bishop Wale Oke, is marking his 69th birthday today, according to a statement released on Saturday.

The statement recounted Oke’s remarkable journey in ministry, noting that he founded the Sword of the Spirit Ministries (Christ Life Church) and launched The Sword of the Spirit magazine in May 1980.

Renowned for his evangelistic crusades, Oke has conducted mass outreaches across Nigeria and several African nations, where testimonies of salvation, healing, miracles, signs, and wonders have been recorded.

Beyond Africa, he has also spoken at conferences and conventions in Europe, Asia, North America, Russia, and Eastern Europe. He currently hosts a daily Instagram broadcast, The Voice of the Lord, and founded the Sword Media Network (SMNET), a cable and internet platform broadcasting the gospel globally.

Since 1983, Oke has consistently hosted two major annual gatherings — the Holy Ghost Convention and the God’s End-Time Army Conference — drawing participants from across the world.

The cleric is also a prolific author, with bestselling titles including Alone With God, Walking in God’s Covenant, The Precious Blood of Jesus, Stepping Into Greatness, and The Weapons of Our Warfare. He is also the author of the widely used annual devotional, Change from Glory to Glory.

 

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NDLEA Arrests Popular Pastor In Lagos For Drug Trafficking

After months of fleeing abroad to evade arrest, the founder and General Overseer of The Turn of Mercy Church, Prophet Adefolusho Aanu Olasele (alias Abbas Ajakaiye), has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for masterminding multiple shipments of illicit drugs into Nigeria.

Prophet Adefolusho was arrested at his church located in Okun Ajah, Ogombo Road, Lekki area of Lagos on Sunday, 3rd August 2025, by NDLEA officers who waited for him all day to conclude the Sunday worship service in the evening before moving in on him the moment he stepped out of the church premises.

The arrest came after he had evaded arrest twice and fled to Ghana to hide since June when operatives of the agency started trailing him following the seizure of two shipments of Ghana Loud, a strain of cannabis linked to him, Femi Babafemi, NDLEA spokesman said in a statement on Sunday.

The first seizure of 200kg of the psychoactive substance was made at Okun Ajah beach on 4th June 2025, while another consignment of 700kg of the same substance was recovered from his delivery van on 6th July 2025.

In his statement, he admitted ferrying the illicit consignments through the waterways from Ghana into Nigeria, adding that he had fled to the West African country to hide after he escaped arrest twice in the recent past.

In another operation in Lagos, NDLEA operatives on Thursday, 7th August, raided an apartment at Kishi House 11 Layi Ajayi Bembe Street, Parkview Estate, Ikoyi, where they arrested a suspect Benjamin Udo Ukoh and recovered 32 pouches of Canadian Loud, a strain of cannabis with a total weight of 15.63kg.

In like manner, commands and formations of the Agency across the country continued their War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) sensitization activities to schools, worship centres, workplaces, and communities among others in the past week.

These include: WADA enlightenment lecture to students and staff of Mind City College, Saki, Oyo; Gwagwarwa Primary School, Nasarawa LGA, Kano; officers of the Nigerian Army 241 Recce Model Battalion, Nguru, Yobe; members of Engine Grinders Association, Gboko, Benue; while the Ekiti State command of NDLEA paid WADA advocacy visit to the Nigerian Correctional Service in Ado Ekiti, just as the Anambra State command of the Agency paid a similar WADA advocacy visit to the Speaker of the State House of Assembly.

While commending the officers and men of the Lagos, Nasarawa, Gombe, Kano, and Edo Commands for the arrests, seizures and their dexterity, Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), enjoined them and their colleagues across the country to continue with the ongoing balanced approach to the drug control efforts of the Agency.

 

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How I Will Die - Pastor Adeboye

General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Pastor Enoch Adeboye has predicted how he will die.

The cleric, who did not give the date, told millions of congregants that it will be on a Sunday after a Church service.

He was ministering at the Old Auditorium during evening session on Day 4 of the 73rd Annual Convention of the RCCG.

The week-long Convention tagged: “The Overcomers” opened on Monday the Redemption City of God on Kilometre 46, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.

“It’s going to be on a Sunday. I would go to Church for service, dance very well and return home. I will eat pounded yam, then I will go”, he said leading members of the Church on series of prayers on the topic ” Possessing your Possession.”

He said nobody should bother to ask him how he knew the day of his transition.

Adeboye was telling members that nothing makes it compulsory for people to die only after illness. He was leading prayers on divine healing.

 

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Lagos State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board Celebrates God's Faithfulness

The Lagos State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board recently held a grand Thanksgiving Service at Christ the Light Chapel, Alausa, Ikeja. 

The service was a joyous celebration of God's unwavering faithfulness and a warm welcome to Dr. Okudero Gbolabo Omoniyi as the new Board Secretary.

During the service, Dr. Okudero delivered a powerful sermon titled "When Mercy is at Work" based on Micah 7:18. He emphasised God's merciful nature, highlighting His willingness to forgive and show compassion.

He encouraged the congregation to emulate God's mercy in their personal and professional lives, promoting a culture of forgiveness and kindness.

The event was attended by notable guests, including Mrs. Florence Yetunde Gbafe, the immediate past Board Secretary, and Mrs. Bamgbose, a former Board Secretary. The management and staff of the Lagos State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, as well as family, friends, and well-wishers, were also in attendance.

In his remarks, the President of the Lagos State Public Service Christian Fellowship, Rev. Dr. Oluremi Hunsu, congratulated Dr. Okudero, encouraging everyone to reach out to the board for information on pilgrimage services in Lagos State.

The Thanksgiving service concluded with prayers for the Board's progress and success amidst joyful celebrations and praise. The event marked a significant milestone in the board's journey, reaffirming its commitment to serving the community with faith and integrity.

 

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Special Adviser Bukola Adeleke Lauds Okudero's Dedication, Urges Care For Staff

The Special Adviser on Christian Religious Matters, Very Rev. Bukola Adeleke has praised Dr. Okudero Gbolabo Omoniyi, Board Secretary of the Lagos State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, for his tireless efforts in sensitising the public about pilgrimage services provided by the Lagos State Government.

This was stated during the birthday celebration of Board Secretary Dr. Okudero Gbolabo Omoniyi, put together by the management and entire staff of the Lagos State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board to showcase their admiration for Dr. Okudero's leadership style.

While commending Dr. Okudero, Rev. Adeleke said, "Your tireless efforts in sensitising the public have not gone unnoticed, and you can be sure of our support when the need arises. I pray that your efforts would be rewarded, and I urge you to take care of these dedicated staff with whom God has graciously surrounded you.”

In response, Dr. Okudero reaffirmed his commitment to compassionate leadership, promising to love and lead his team more passionately to achieve the board's mandate. He expressed heartfelt appreciation for the surprise celebration, describing it as a morale booster.

 

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