Welcome to the House of the Lord

LFC First Church

Where lives are transformed by the power of God's Word,
and every believer walks in their divine destiny.

Who We Are

LFC First Church is the first church ever of the Living Faith Church Worldwide — also known as Winners' Chapel — a Spirit-filled, Word-based ministry born out of a divine mandate to liberate the world from every oppression of the devil through the preaching of the Word of Faith.

Our Story

On May 2, 1981, Bishop David Oyedepo received a life-changing 18-hour vision from God in Ilesa, Osun State, Nigeria. In that encounter, God commissioned him with the words:

"Now the hour has come to liberate the world from all oppressions of the devil, through the preaching of the Word of Faith; and I am sending you to undertake this task."

What began as a small fellowship of four members in Kaduna in 1983 has grown into one of the largest Christian congregations on earth — with over 6 million members across 147 nations, anchored by the 50,000-seat Faith Tabernacle at Canaanland, Ota, Nigeria.

LFC First Church stands as a local expression of this global mandate — a community where the Word of Faith is preached, lives are restored, and destinies are fulfilled.

1981 Founded
147+ Nations
6M+ Members
50K Seat Capacity

Our Vision

To liberate the world from all oppressions of the devil through the uncompromising preaching of the Word of Faith, raising a generation of champions who walk in total dominion over sin, sickness, poverty, and every work of darkness.

Habakkuk 2:14

Our Mission

To preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ with signs and wonders following; to equip every believer with the Word of Faith; to restore broken destinies; and to advance the Kingdom of God to the ends of the earth.

Mark 16:15–18

Meet Our Lead Pastor

Under the covering of Bishop David Oyedepo and the Living Faith Church commission, our pastor leads with faith, fire, and an unquenchable love for souls.

Pastor Eniola Ayodeji — Lead Pastor, LFC First Church Ilorin
Preaching the Word
Lead Pastor · LFC First Church Ilorin

Pastor Eniola Ayodeji

Pastor Eniola Ayodeji serves as the Lead Pastor of Living Faith Church First Church, Ilorin — the Kwara State Headquarters of Winners' Chapel. He is a man set ablaze by the fire of God, whose greatest passion is seeing souls won for the Kingdom of Jesus Christ.

Under his leadership, LFC First Church continues to fulfil the liberation mandate delivered to Bishop David Oyedepo — preaching the Word of Faith with power, signs, and wonders following. His ministry is marked by boldness, clarity of the Word, and a deep hunger for the supernatural.

He leads a vibrant, Spirit-filled congregation committed to worship, discipleship, prayer, and aggressive soul-winning across Ilorin and the entire Kwara State region.

Soul Winning
Word of Faith
Prayer & Intercession
Signs & Wonders

"Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature."

— Mark 16:15 (KJV)
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Our 12 Pillars of Faith

By the leading of the Holy Spirit, Bishop Oyedepo classified the Word of Faith mandate into 12 areas of emphasis — the bedrock upon which this commission stands and produces breakthroughs.

01

Faith

The key to every blessing in God's Kingdom. Faith in the Word of God is our victory.

1 John 5:4
02

The Word

God's Word is the master-key to a life of impact, exploits, and dominion.

Hebrews 1:3
03

Prosperity

Covenant prosperity — empowering believers to live free from poverty and lack.

3 John 2
04

The Holy Spirit

The empowering presence of the Holy Ghost activates our mandate and gifts.

Isaiah 10:27
05

Praise

Praise as a weapon — releasing ambushments against the enemy on our behalf.

2 Chro. 20:22
06

Consecration

A life set apart for God is the foundation of fruitfulness and divine favour.

2 Tim. 2:19
07

The Supernatural

Signs, wonders, and miracles are normal Kingdom experiences for every believer.

John 3:8
08

Wisdom

Divine wisdom is the gateway to stability, honour, and a glorious destiny.

Prov. 4:7
09

Prayer

The altar of prayer is our platform for divine intervention and transformation.

1 John 5:14
10

Success

God's desire is for every believer to excel and flourish in every area of life.

Isaiah 53:4
11

Vision

Without vision, people perish. Purpose and direction unlock your God-given destiny.

Prov. 29:18
12

Healing

Jesus bore our infirmities — total healing of spirit, soul, and body is our covenant right.

Matt. 8:17

"For the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea."

— Habakkuk 2:14 (KJV)

Join Our Midnight
Prayer Chain

The altar of prayer never closes. Every midnight, we gather on WhatsApp to intercede for souls. Pick your hour and join the watch.

"Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation." — Matthew 26:41
1:00 – 2:00 AM
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2:00 – 3:00 AM
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4:00 – 5:00 AM
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Service Times

Every gathering is a divine appointment. Come as you are — in person or online — and experience the transforming power of God's Word at LFC First Church.

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Today
Day Service Time Type For
Monday MON Covenant Hour of Prayer (CHOP) 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM Prayer All Members
Tuesday TUE Covenant Hour of Prayer (CHOP) 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM Prayer All Members
Thursday THU Covenant Hour of Prayer (CHOP) 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM Prayer All Members
Friday FRI Covenant Hour of Prayer (CHOP) 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM Prayer All Members
Friday FRI Digging Deep In-depth Word teaching & Bible study 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Word All Members
Saturday SAT Covenant Hour of Prayer (CHOP) 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM Prayer All Members
Saturday SAT Winners Satellite Fellowship (WSF) Cell group meetings at various fellowship homes 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Fellowship All Members
Sunday SUN Main First Sunday Service Worship · Word · Altar call 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM Worship Everyone
Sunday SUN Second Sunday Service Worship · Word · Ministration 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM Worship Everyone
Sunday SUN Children's Church (KCCCC) Kingdom Champions Children's Church — ages 3–12 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM Children Ages 3 – 12
Sunday SUN Youth Alive Fellowship (YAF) Service for teens and young adults 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM Youth Teens & Young Adults

Monthly Anointing Service

Held on the last Sunday of every month. Come expecting a fresh touch from God — healing, deliverance, and divine impartation.

Annual Shiloh Convention

The global annual gathering of the Winners' family — typically held in early December at Canaanland, Ota. A life-changing event.

"Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is." — Hebrews 10:25

Visit LFC First Church

We are located at Ajase-Ipo road, Offa Garrage Area, Ilorin, Kwara State. You are always welcome.

Address

Ajase-Ipo Road,
Offa Garrage Area, Ilorin
Kwara State, Nigeria

Phone

08130011542

08141393920

08140432853

Office Hours

Monday – Friday
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday Services

1st Service: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
2nd Service: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

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Give to the Kingdom

Your giving is an act of worship and a seed of faith. Every seed sown into the Kingdom of God carries a divine harvest. Give generously and expect God's supernatural multiplication in your life.

"Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over." — Luke 6:38 (KJV)

The tithe is a holy covenant obligation — 10% of your income returned to God. It is the gateway to open heavens, divine protection, and supernatural provision over your finances and household. (Malachi 3:10)

Divine Protection

God promises to rebuke the devourer on your behalf when you honour Him with your substance.

Malachi 3:11

Supernatural Harvest

Whatever measure you give is the measure that returns to you — pressed down and overflowing.

Luke 6:38

Open Heavens

Tithing and giving unlock the windows of heaven with blessings there shall not be room enough to receive.

Malachi 3:10

Exceeding Riches

God is able to make all grace abound — so that having all sufficiency, you may abound in every good work.

2 Corinthians 9:8

"He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully."

— 2 Corinthians 9:6 (KJV)
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Bishop David Oyedepo

Founder and Presiding Bishop of Living Faith Church Worldwide — a man whose obedience to a divine mandate has transformed millions of lives across the globe.

Bishop David Oyedepo

Bishop David O. Oyedepo

Presiding Bishop · LFCWW
1981 Founded
147+ Nations
100+ Books

"Now the hour has come to liberate the world from all oppressions of the devil, through the preaching of the Word of Faith; and I am sending you to undertake this task."

— God's mandate to Bishop Oyedepo, May 2, 1981

Bishop David Olaniyi Oyedepo was born on September 27, 1954 in Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria. He gave his life to Jesus Christ in 1969 through the influence of his teacher, Ms. Betty Lasher. He studied Architecture at Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin — the very city where LFC First Church stands today — before resigning from the Federal Ministry of Housing to answer the call of God full-time.

On May 2, 1981, at age 26, Bishop Oyedepo received an extraordinary 18-hour vision from God in Ilesa, Osun State, commissioning him to liberate the world from every oppression of the devil through the preaching of the Word of Faith. This divine encounter birthed what is today known as Living Faith Church Worldwide (Winners' Chapel).

The church started with just four members in Kaduna in December 1983, was officially commissioned by Pastor E.A. Adeboye of RCCG, and has since grown into one of the largest Christian congregations on earth — with over 6 million members across 147 nations, anchored by the 50,400-seat Faith Tabernacle at Canaanland, Ota — built debt-free within 12 months.

21,000+ Churches

Planted across Nigeria alone, with thousands more across six continents worldwide.

Covenant & Landmark Universities

Founder of two world-class universities in Nigeria, raising Kingdom-driven leaders.

100+ Published Titles

Prolific author whose books on faith, prosperity, and healing are read in over 100 nations.

Shiloh Annual Convention

Global gathering transmitting live to 177 nations — drawing delegates from 50+ countries.

Forbes Recognition

Listed by Forbes as one of the most influential religious leaders in Africa.

National Honour

A road named after him by the Federal Government of Nigeria in Abuja (2008).

Read Full Biography on faithtabernacle.org.ng

Milestones of a Life on Assignment

1954
Born in Osogbo

Born on September 27, 1954. Raised by his grandmother who instilled in him the virtues of Christian faith.

1969
Gave His Life to Christ

Born again through the influence of his teacher Ms. Betty Lasher at age 15.

1981
The 18-Hour Vision

Received God's mandate in Ilesa on May 2, 1981 — the birth of the liberation commission.

1983
First Church Planted

Living Faith Church began in Kaduna with 4 members. Commissioned by Pastor E.A. Adeboye.

1999
Faith Tabernacle Dedicated

50,400-seat auditorium at Canaanland, Ota — built debt-free in 12 months. World's largest church building.

2002
Covenant University Founded

Established to raise a generation of purpose-driven, Kingdom-oriented leaders in Nigeria and Africa.

Today
Global Impact Continues

Over 6 million members across 147 nations. The construction of the 100,000-seat "The Ark" is underway.