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SCOAN to mark five years after T.B. Joshua’s death with global celebration

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Synagogue Church of All Nations will mark the fifth anniversary of the death of its founder, T.B. Joshua, on June 5, 2026.
  • The commemoration includes a two-day revival and a special program themed “Rejoicing with the Saints,” featuring global worshippers, ministers, and dignitaries.
  • The event aims to celebrate Joshua's legacy through worship sessions, documentaries, testimonies, and a conversation corner, highlighting his influence on millions worldwide.

The Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) is preparing to commemorate the fifth anniversary of its founder, Prophet T.B. Joshua's, death on June 5, 2026. The special program, themed “Rejoicing with the Saints,” will gather worshippers, gospel ministers, dignitaries, and admirers from across the globe to celebrate the life and enduring legacy of the cleric, whose ministry garnered a worldwide following.

Five years after his transition to glory, Prophet T.B. Joshua remains one of the most influential Christian figures to emerge from Africa.

— SCOAN StatementThe church's statement highlighted the enduring influence of T.B. Joshua five years after his death.

The anniversary celebration will be preceded by a two-day revival on June 2 and 3 at the church's Faith Resort Ground in Agodo, Lagos. A church statement highlighted that five years after his passing, T.B. Joshua remains a significant African Christian figure whose teachings, humanitarian efforts, and global media ministry impacted millions. His legacy continues to inspire faith, compassion, and service.

Through his teachings, humanitarian outreach and global media ministry, he touched millions of lives across continents, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire faith, compassion and service to humanity.

— SCOAN StatementThe statement detailed the broad impact of T.B. Joshua's ministry.

The program will feature a "Walk Way Experience" where international visitors will share reflections on Joshua's life and ministry. Activities include worship sessions, documentary presentations, and testimonies from those influenced by his work. A documentary chronicling his life, ministry, and humanitarian contributions is planned to remind attendees of his impact on Christianity, philanthropy, and global evangelism.

The film is designed to remind attendees not only of who the renowned preacher was but also why his contributions to Christianity, philanthropy and global evangelism remain worthy of celebration five years after his passing.

— SCOAN StatementDescribing the purpose of the documentary planned for the anniversary.

Additionally, a special conversation corner will allow guests and associates to share personal experiences and testimonies about Joshua's influence. The expected participation of international figures, including King Willard Mswati Gomani of Malawi and Pastor Acosta of Argentina, underscores the global reach of his ministry, which attracted followers from over 100 countries. Through Emmanuel TV and missionary activities, he became a prominent African religious leader, offering spiritual guidance and hope to diverse individuals.

Through Emmanuel TV and his extensive missionary activities, he became one of Africa’s most recognisable religious leaders, drawing people from diverse backgrounds in search of spiritual guidance and hope.

— SCOAN StatementThe statement emphasized T.B. Joshua's global reach and role as a spiritual leader.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.