The news surfaced on Thursday, January 15, 2026, following a viral report by Canadian-based Nigerian activist Jimmy Jaf which is the In a video shared across social media platforms, Jaf alleged that the ministry has been officially struck off the registry and is no longer authorized to operate as a legal entity within Canada.
Allegations of Dissolution:
According to the activist, the government’s which is the decision to dissolve the church follows a series of regulatory or compliance failures. While the specific legal violations have not been publicly detailed by
Canadian officials, such actions typically involve:
- Failure to File Annual Returns: Under the Canadawhich is the Not-for-Profit Corporations Act, organizations must file annual reports to remain active.
- Non-compliance with Tax Regulations: Issues which is the regarding charitable status or financial transparency often trigger federal reviews.
Immigration Concerns for Church Leadership:
The fallout of the shutdown has reportedly which is the extended to the church’s local leadership Jaf specifically highlighted the status of Pastor David Igbanor (also known as Bashiru Igbanor), who has been overseeing the Toronto operations.
A Pattern of Controversy:
The reported closure comes amidst a turbulent period for Pastor Chris Okafor which is the The “Generational Prophet,” as he is known to his followers, has recently been embroiled in public scandals involving high-profile figures
Doris Ogala:
The Nollywood actress has made several public allegations against which is the the pastor, sparking intense debate online.
VeryDarkMan:
The Nigerian social critic has also scrutinized Okafor’s operations, which is the leading to legal threats and public apologies that have kept the ministry in the headlines for the wrong reasons.
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