Pastor Bolaji Idowu Sparks Debate: “Fear Hinders Yoruba Progress”

Harvesters Church founder Pastor Bolaji Idowu’s remarks regarding the Yoruba and Igbo ethnic groups during a sermon have provoked a great deal of discussion and indignation on social media. He asserts that the Igbo are fearless and globally enterprising, while the Yoruba people are primarily hindered by fear. Pastor Bolaji stated during a sermon at his church: “There is a problem with the Yoruba race. Even the ones that are 48 years old. There is a problem with your race, and it is called fear. Life bows for the courageous.…

Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart Dies at 90 Following Cardiac Arrest

Jimmy Swaggart, a well-known televangelist and Pentecostal preacher, passed away at the age of 90 after suffering a heart arrest. According to his relatives, the preacher had a heart attack at his Baton Rouge home on June 15 and was in critical care at a hospital. According to a statement from his church, “Brother Swaggart dedicated more than 70 years of his life to preaching the gospel, singing religious songs, and pointing millions to the Baptism of the Holy Spirit and the saving power of Jesus Christ.” On Tuesday, Swaggart…

Apostle Joshua Selman’s Koinonia Celebrates New Property Acquisition

According to reports, Koinonia, which was established by Apostle Joshua Selman, has purchased a new property, causing its followers to rejoice and celebrate. Joshua Selman shared the news during his sermon, saying that Koinonia Global has purchased a historic property, a sprawling 5.43-hectare plot of land situated in one of the most desirable and advantageous parts of Abuja, Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory. Apostle Selman’s ministry has been renowned for its significant efforts in sharing the gospel and empowering believers, even if specifics of the property and the date of acquisition…

Pastor Adeboye Calls for Prayer on Economic Restoration

Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, is planning a prayer meeting for the recovery of Nigeria’s economy. This occurs at a time when the nation is experiencing hardship due to inflation and its effects on Nigerians’ socioeconomic lives. Adeboye plans to pray for the recovery and growth of Nigeria’s economy during his July 2025 Thanksgiving service, which will have the theme “Divine Intervention,” according to a statement that was made public. The church’s national headquarters in Oyingbo, Lagos, will host the service. At…

Football Star Victor Osimhen: “Christ Embassy and Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Aided My Journey”

Nigerian international football player Victor Osimhen has revealed his inspiring tale of adversity and tenacity. Prior to becoming a well-known football player, Osimhen disclosed that, after completing secondary school, he supported his family by working at Christ Embassy Church, which was run by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome. In a widely shared video, Osimhen described how he was compensated for his labor, stayed on the church grounds for almost five months, and had multiple encounters with Pastor Oyakhilome. “Many Nigerians and Africans say the church doesn’t help but I can’t relate because…

Pope Leo XIV Prays for Syria After Damascus Church Attack

Pope Leo XIV has expressed his profound sadness for the recent suicide attack that killed 25 persons and injured over 60 others at a Greek Orthodox church in Damascus, Syria. The Pope expressed his sympathies and solidarity with those impacted by the tragedy in a message issued on June 24, 2025. A little-known Sunni Muslim extremist group claimed responsibility for the attack, which took place during a Sunday service at Saint Elias Church. Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican Secretary of State, signed the letter from the Pope, which prayed for…

Controversy Erupts as Ondo State Demolishes Owo Attack Memorial Park

A memorial garden created to commemorate the victims of the 2022 Owo church attack, which claimed the lives of over 40 attendees at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, has been demolished by the Ondo State Government. As you may remember, the memorial park was built by the administration of Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, the late former governor of Ondo, in remembrance of the more than 40 worshippers who were slain in the attack. However, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa ordered the demolition after Olowo of Owo Oba Ajibade Ogunoye complained that the memorial’s proximity…

M.A.D Solutions and Yadah Announce Major Partnership in Gospel Music

Gospel music giant Yadah has joined the family of M.A.D Solutions, a well-known music and entertainment organization. Through this strategic alliance, Yadah’s powerful music and message will be heard by a larger audience, changing the lives of countless people. M.A.D Solutions posted a message on their Instagram page announcing this amazing partnership; “New Chapter, Same Message. We’re excited to welcome gospel music powerhouse @yadahworld to the M.A.D Solutions family! “From “Beyond Me” to “Na Your Hand,” Yadah has consistently reminded us of the unshakable love and grace of God — and we’re…

Gospel Star Shola Allyson Joins Sony Music Publishing Nigeria

Sony Music Publishing Nigeria has formally signed popular Nigerian gospel singer Shola Allyson to a contract. In an Instagram post announcing the development, the international music publisher stated, “We are happy to announce that the legendary Shola Allyson is joining the SMP (Sony Music Publishing) family.” She also posted a video on her Instagram page confirming the news and expressing her pleasure. “Hello everyone, my name is Shola Allyson. I’m so excited, grateful, happy, and all the good feelings to announce to you my new signing with them at Sony…

HOTR Responds to Pastor Paul Adefarasin Stun Gun Controversy

Hours after turning himself in for questioning at the Lagos State Police Command, Paul Adefarasin, the Senior Pastor of House on the Rock Church, was granted bail on Tuesday. After the cleric appeared for interrogation over a widely shared video of him waving a gun-like device in traffic, the Lagos State Police Command stated that a stun gun had been recovered from him. The instrument in question was discovered to be a stun pistol, which is a forbidden anti-riot device under Nigerian law despite not being fatal, according to CSP…