Apostolic Church Denies Major Fire Outbreak, Clarifies Minor Spark Contained

The Apostolic Church Nigeria, Ipaja Assembly, has officially denied circulating social media claims that its church building was destroyed by fire. The church issued a public notice to clarify the situation following widespread reports alleging a significant fire incident.

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This afternoon, there was a fire spark in our two-storey church building. By the grace of God, the situation was immediately put under control.

According to a statement dated August 2, 2026, a minor fire spark occurred on Sunday afternoon within the church's two-story building. The leadership stated, "By the grace of God, the situation was immediately put under control." They emphasized that the building sustained no damage and no lives were lost.

The church leadership expressed gratitude for the swift intervention of a neighboring pastor who promptly alerted the Fire Service. This quick response, they noted, was crucial in preventing the incident from escalating. "Their quick intervention ensured that the incident did not escalate," the statement read.

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We sincerely appreciate the prompt response of the Pastor of our neighboring church, who immediately called the Fire Service. Their quick intervention ensured that the incident did not escalate.

Contrary to the online reports, the Presbytery stressed that the church building was not burnt or destroyed. "To be clear: The church building did not get burnt. There was a spark, and it was curtailed. No life was lost, and the building is safe," the statement affirmed. The church also extended thanks to God for the preservation of lives and property, and to concerned members of the public and well-wishers.

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To be clear: The church building did not get burnt. There was a spark, and it was curtailed. No life was lost, and the building is safe.

The church appealed to its members and the general public to disregard any false information suggesting the building was consumed by fire. "We urge our members and the general public to disregard any false report stating that the church was burnt. Please help us share this correct information," the Presbytery urged. The statement concluded with a call for continued prayers and unity, assuring worshippers that the church premises remain secure.

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We urge our members and the general public to disregard any false report stating that the church was burnt. Please help us share this correct information.