Just In: Primate Ayodele Builds Mosque, Explains Why, How It Will Be Run
- Primate Elijah Ayodele concluded plans to commission a mosque he built as part of his annual 21-day thanksgiving programme
- The INRI leader said the project followed a divine instruction and was not connected to any plan to change his religious faith
- He said the mosque would be handed over entirely to the Islamic community without interference in its administration
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Plans have been concluded for the commissioning of a newly built mosque by the Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, scheduled for Saturday, February 14, 2026.
The event will form part of activities marking the cleric’s annual 21-day thanksgiving programme, which began in January and is expected to end on Sunday, February 15.
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The cleric said the decision to construct the mosque was not driven by any intention to change his faith.
According to PM News, he explained that the project followed a divine instruction he received several years ago and reflected his long-standing relationship with members of the Islamic faith.
Cleric explains motive behind project
According to Primate Ayodele, his church has over the years welcomed Muslim worshippers, while he has also been invited to speak at Islamic gatherings.
He said these interactions made the decision to build a mosque natural once he was convinced it aligned with God’s direction.
“My decision to build a mosque is not because I want to become a Muslim, but a direct representation of what God told me to do. I have Muslims attending my church, I attend Muslim programmes to preach when I am called upon, and I have several Muslim friends, so following the God-given instruction was not too hard for me.”
He added that the project was also intended to promote peaceful coexistence and understanding among people of different beliefs.
Message of tolerance and handover
Primate Ayodele said constructing a mosque as a Christian leader carried a broader message of religious tolerance beyond Nigeria.
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He noted that divisions rooted in religion often fuel conflict and that mutual respect could help build a more harmonious society.
“Beyond being a divine instruction, this is a message of religious tolerance across the globe. If we can resolve the issue of religion in the world, it would definitely be a better place for all of us. I love everyone, regardless of their religion or tribe, and building a mosque further showcases that. God created everyone equally; we should not celebrate things that further divide us.”
On its administration, he said the mosque would be handed over fully to the Islamic community.
“By God’s grace, the mosque will be named after the late mother of President Tinubu, and we will be handing over its operations to the Islamic community without any interference.”
Primate Ayodele delivers ominous prophecy
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that controversial cleric Primate Elijah Ayodele warned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of grave political consequences if the federal government proceeds with the implementation of the new tax reforms in 2026 amid mounting public opposition and legal controversy.
Ayodele, leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, delivered the warning as part of his New Year prophecy, linking the disputed tax reforms to growing national discontent.
His comments came at a time when the reforms have continued to face resistance from students, civil society groups and legal practitioners.
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