Ashimolowo Dedicates New Grace Nation Church, Anoints Chris Okafor Ahead Yearly Flagship Programme

By Winnie Kodilonye

The Senior Pastor of Kingsway International Christian Church (KICC), Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo, in a rare display of unity in the Christiandom, joined in the dedication of the Grace Nation Church International newly completed building at Ojodu-Berger area of Lagos, on Sunday, September 21, 2025.

The church’s newly completed ultra-modern auditorium, boasts of a seating capacity of over 20,000 worshippers.

The ceremony which began with a vibrant performance by the Nigeria Army music band, with the rendition of popular praise and worship songs in jazz, featured a tour by
Pastor Ashimolowo of the excellent facilities put in place for hosting various prophetic, deliverance, and healing programmes for worshippers from far and wide on a weekly basis.

The KICC Pastor later cut the ceremonial tape to officially commission the new auditorium. He subsequently anointed the church’s founder and head pastor, Dr. Chris Okafor, who humbly knelt down before the congregation even as he prayed for the Grace Nation leader, prophesying that he would dedicate more churches in the future.

According to the visiting man of God, “This is just one dedication. Many dedications are coming,” Ashimolowo declared.

In his sermon at the occasion, Pastor Ashimolowo delivered an encouraging message on divine help, drawing inspiration from popular Biblical figures who found help in times of need.

In response, Okafor expressed his gratitude to Ashimolowo and used the opportunity to announce the church’s upcoming flagship programme, “Not My Head, Not My Blood,” scheduled to take place from Wednesday, September 24 to Sunday, September 28, 2025.

The programme, themed “Father’s Blessings,” will feature Pastor Ashimolowo and Dr. David Abioye as key speakers. A vigil will be held on Friday, September 26, 2025, and a thanksgiving service will conclude the event on Sunday.

Dr. Okafor described the programme as “power-packed” and encouraged everyone not to miss it.
The Grace Nation Church’s leader will also be assisted in his ministrations by a retinue of his pastors from different branches, usually referred to as “sons of the prophet,” during the 4-day event.

A host of highly acclaimed gospel artistes like Eben, Ebuka Songs, Gabriel Peters, etc, will also be on hand to add spice to the programme.