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From Fred Ezeh, Abuja
Lausanne movement has strengthened its presence in Nigeria, with a promise to push for the expansion of the Kingdom of God, Christian faith with stronger voice, as well as harmonious interfaith relationship in Nigeria.
Chairman of Lausanne Nigeria Christian Mission, Rev. Yunusa Nmadu, stated this at the Global Mission Conversation with the Global Leader of the Lausanne Movement, Micheal Oh, held at the National Christian Centre, Abuja, on Friday.
He explained that Lausanne Nigeria is the Nigerian chapter of the global Lausanne Movement that is dedicated to connecting, equipping, and mobilizing Christian leaders across denominations, generations, and spheres of society for the fulfillment of the great commission.
He added: “Our desire is to make the Gospel of Christ available and reachable to all Nigerians irrespective of location. Additionally, we are championing the cause of disciple-making churches for every people and place; Christlike leaders for every church and sector; as well as Kingdom impact in every sphere of society.”
He stated that the global missions is the Church joining the Heart of God to ensure that every people, every language, and every nation hears the good news of Jesus Christ.
He assured that the Movement in Nigeria is committed to the truth of the Gospel, push for unity and love across traditions, engage with the poor and marginalized, care for God’s creation, and witness in every sphere of society.
He, however, announced the plan for the forthcoming Lausanne Nigeria Congress schedule for later in the year with the theme “The Whole Church, The Whole Gospel, The Whole World”.
Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee, Dr. Joshua Utele, explained that the preparation is on top gear. “The Lausanne National Congress schedule to hold in Abuja will provide an opportunity to strengthen our relationship with God and human, as well as the Christian faith in Nigeria.
“The Lausanne Nigeria Congress 2026 will bring together church leaders, missionaries,
marketplace professionals, youth leaders, and
Christian organizations from across Nigeria and beyond.
“Together, we will strengthen unity,
deepen theological clarity, and mobilize
collaborative mission for national and global
impact. The theme will be “Let the Church declare and display Christ together.”
“No fewer than 5000 delegates from within and outside Nigeria are expected to participate in the Congress. It will also serve as a opportunity to connecting Nigerian leaders to the global Lausanne network, championing unity across denominational lines, preparing the next generation of missional leaders.
President, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, in his remarks, noted that Lausanne has played a significant role in fostering unity among the evangelicals worldwide, and in encouraging strategic reflection on how the Church can faithfully proclaim Christ in every culture and every generation.
“Such things remind us that the mission of God is a shared calling that transcends nations, denominations, and traditions. Nigeria stands as a nation of vibrant Christian faithful blessed with a dynamic, brave Churches.Yet, we are also conscious of the immense responsibility placed upon us to be faithful stewards of the gospel in our time.
“Engagements like this gathering strengthens our resolve to collaborate more intentionally in evangelisation, discipleship, and societal transformation. We deeply appreciate the Lausanne movement’s continued partnership with the Church in Nigeria and across Africa.
“It is our prayer that the gathering will deepen fellowship, sharpen our collective vision formation, and inspire renewed commitment to reaching the unreached and equipping the next generation of Christian leaders.
“I also believe that with the new leadership of the movement in Nigeria, the structures of Lausanne movement will be strengthened and more strategically positioned for this great task. I have no doubt about this.”
The Global Leader of the Movement, Micheal Oh, in his submission discouraged unhealthy competition in the Body of Christ, thus stressing the importance of collaboration and unity for a better achievement.
He said: “Division is not always hostility, sometimes it is silos, competition, lack of information sharing, territorialism, withholding strategies, withholding resources. Duplication is often a symptom of not playing our most needed part. When the body does not coordinate, the mission slows.
“Africa is now one of the demographic and spiritual centres of global Christianity. The global church is becoming more African. And so the question is not whether Africa will influence the future of Christianity. The question is, how? Will Africa merely grow? Or will Africa mature? Will Africa receive only? Or will Africa send? Will Africa compete? Or will Africa collaborate? This is Africa’s time. But it also must be Africa’s part.
Play your part.
“Now imagine a Nigeria where the gospel is not only preached, but embodied in life with integrity and humility. Imagine a Nigeria where disciple-making churches form mature believers who can impact society. Imagine a Nigeria where Christ-like leaders are serving in government and in law, in education, business, and science.
“Imagine a Nigeria where missionaries are sent not only within Africa, but to the least reached people of the world. Imagine Nigerian churches partnering strategically rather than duplicating efforts. Imagine Nigerian churches sharing data, strategy, and resources.
“Imagine Nigerian churches identifying the greatest gaps within this nation and beyond together, and coordinating where it matters most. Imagine Nigeria not only as a sender, but as a convener of global Christianity. What if Nigeria became to the world a model of collaborative maturity for the continent and also for the world?”
