The biggest churches in Nigeria by membership are RCCG (over 9 million members), Living Faith Church/Winners Chapel (over 6 million in 147 countries), MFM, Deeper Life, Christ Embassy, and The Apostolic Church. By auditorium size, the largest is Salvation Ministries’ Hand of God Cathedral in Port Harcourt at 120,000 seats, ahead of Dunamis’ Glory Dome (100,000) and Winners’ Canaanland (50,000).
This guide ranks the ten biggest Pentecostal and Christian churches in Nigeria by congregation size, founders, headquarters, and auditorium capacity.
Top 10 biggest churches in Nigeria
1. Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG)
Founded in 1952, RCCG is the largest Pentecostal church in Nigeria, with over 9 million members and tens of thousands of parishes worldwide. The General Overseer is Pastor Enoch Adeboye. Its Redemption Camp on the Lagos–Ibadan expressway hosts the monthly Holy Ghost Service and the Holy Ghost Congress, drawing congregations of over a million per service.
2. Living Faith Church Worldwide (Winners Chapel)
Founded by Bishop David Oyedepo in 1983. Living Faith reports over 6 million members across 147 countries. Its headquarters auditorium, Faith Tabernacle (Canaanland) in Ota, Ogun State, seats 50,000 and was once recognised by the Guinness Book of Records as the largest church auditorium in the world. The yearly Shiloh convention draws millions.
3. Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM)
Founded by Dr. Daniel K. Olukoya in 1989. MFM’s international headquarters is in Onike, Yaba, Lagos. Its Prayer City along the Lagos–Ibadan expressway hosts crowds of over 40,000. MFM is best known for deliverance and spiritual warfare ministry.
4. Deeper Christian Life Ministry (Deeper Life Bible Church)
Founded by Pastor W. F. Kumuyi in 1973 with 15 members, the church is now in over 80 countries. The international headquarters auditorium in Gbagada, Lagos seats over 30,000. The Deeper Life Conference Centre at KM 42, Lagos–Ibadan expressway hosts the annual Easter Retreat.
5. Dunamis International Gospel Centre
Founded by Dr. Paul Enenche and Pastor (Dr.) Becky Enenche. Its Glory Dome in Abuja seats 100,000 — the second-largest church auditorium in Nigeria. Dunamis has spread to all 36 states of Nigeria and several countries.
6. Christ Embassy (Believers’ LoveWorld Inc.)
Founded by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome in 1987. Headquarters in Lagos seats around 20,000. The church runs LoveWorld TV networks (LoveWorld Plus, LoveWorld SAT) and has millions of members in cells across Nigeria, Africa, Europe, and North America.
7. Salvation Ministries (Hand of God Ministries)
Founded by Pastor David Ibiyeomie in 1997. Its Hand of God Cathedral in Port Harcourt seats 120,000 — the largest church auditorium in Nigeria and one of the largest in the world. The church operates branches across Nigeria and abroad.
8. The Apostolic Church Nigeria
The Apostolic Church Nigeria was founded in 1931. It claims over 5 million members. The National Temple at Olorunda-Ketu, Lagos seats over 10,000.
9. The Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministries
Founded by Pastor Lazarus Muoka in 2002. The church is one of the fastest-growing in Nigeria, with over 100 branches in each Nigerian state. The headquarters in Ijesha, Lagos seats over 10,000 per service.
10. Daystar Christian Centre
Founded by Pastor Sam Adeyemi and Pastor Nike Adeyemi in November 1995. Headquartered in Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos. The main auditorium seats around 6,000. Daystar focuses on leadership and personal development, drawing a strong young-adult and professional congregation.
Honourable mentions
- Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA) — founded by Biodun Fatoyinbo in 1999. Abuja headquarters seats around 10,000.
- House on the Rock — founded by Pastor Paul Adefarasin in 1994.
- Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) — founded by the late Prophet T. B. Joshua, now led by his wife Evelyn Joshua.
- Living Spring Chapel International — founded by Bishop Wale Oke.
Biggest church auditoriums in Nigeria
| Auditorium | Church | Capacity | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hand of God Cathedral | Salvation Ministries | 120,000 | Port Harcourt, Rivers |
| Glory Dome | Dunamis | 100,000 | Abuja, FCT |
| Faith Tabernacle (Canaanland) | Living Faith / Winners Chapel | 50,000 | Ota, Ogun |
| Prayer City Hall | MFM | 40,000+ | Lagos–Ibadan expressway |
| International HQ Auditorium | Deeper Life | 30,000+ | Gbagada, Lagos |
| LoveWorld Convocation Arena | Christ Embassy | 20,000 | Lagos |
FAQs
Which is the biggest church in Nigeria?
By membership, the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) — over 9 million members. By auditorium size, Salvation Ministries’ Hand of God Cathedral in Port Harcourt — 120,000 seats.
What is the largest church auditorium in the world?
The Hand of God Cathedral in Port Harcourt holds the title at 120,000 seats.
Who founded RCCG?
Pastor Josiah Akindayomi founded RCCG in 1952. Pastor Enoch Adeboye is the current General Overseer.
How many members does Winners Chapel have?
Living Faith Church Worldwide (Winners Chapel) reports over 6 million members in 147 countries.
Where is the headquarters of MFM?
Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries international headquarters is in Onike, Yaba, Lagos.
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