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  • UK court awards Olukoya £100,000 against blogger

    UK court awards Olukoya £100,000 against blogger

    A United Kingdom court has ruled against blogger Maureen Badejo, ordering her to pay £100,000 in damages to Dr. Daniel Olukoya, founder of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), and his wife, after she lost a defamation case.

    The UK High Court of Appeal, Queen’s Bench Division, presided over by Mr Justice Lavender, affirmed the orders of Master Thormett made on April 13, 2021 and February 3, 2022 in the case with refence Number QB- 2020-003625 brought by the appellant.

    The court found Badejo’s online statements about the couple to be false and defamatory.

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    She was ordered to pay £65,000 to Dr. Olukoya and £35,000 to his wife.

    The court ruled that the defendant’s online statements were false and defamatory, and ordered Badejo to publicly retract her claims and share a summary of the court’s judgment on her social media accounts.

    Mr Lavender said the permission to appeal was refused as the application lacked merit, and in pursuance of CPR52.4(3) the defendant may not request this decision to be reconsidered at an oral hearing.

    “Insofar as the defendant seeks permission to appeal against Master Thormett’s order of 3 February 2022 (the second order), her proposed grounds of appeal are both hopeless and pointless,” the court held.

    The court stressed that false accusations have consequences and individuals are protected against defamatory statements.

  • Olukoya makes case for women – organists

    Olukoya makes case for women – organists

    The General Overseer of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), Pastor Daniel Olukoya, has urged women to deliberately develop their musical talents by embracing organ playing, describing music as a potent instrument for evangelism, self-actualisation and empowerment.

    The event, the Ladies on the Organ 2.0, was organized by the Association of Nigerian Female Organists (ANFO), at the MFM International Headquarters, Yaba, Lagos.

     Tagged, ‘Her Hymn, Her Organ’ had talented female organists, played on three manual organs. One after another, they took their turn at the grand wooden console, filling the auditorium with powerful classical hymns.

    Olukoya, who is the grand patron of ANFO stressed that gender should never be a limitation to excellence in any field, including music ministry.

    According to him, encouraging women to take up the organ goes beyond music, as it also challenges stereotypes and creates opportunities for women to thrive.

     “What a man can do, a woman can even do better,” Olukoya said. “This initiative is a means of evangelism, confidence-building and a reminder that gender barriers should not restrict anyone, especially those with passion for music.”

    He disclosed that, to sustain the vision, an organ school has been established at Mountain Top University to provide structured and professional training for aspiring organists.

    “That is why we created a platform and made teachers available to train more people,” he explained. Together, we are breaking barriers and empowering the next generation of female organists. With time, this vision will continue to grow.”

     The cleric further encouraged women across denominations to seize the opportunity, noting that the initiative, which began with a maiden edition last year, has continued to expand without discrimination.

    In the same vein, ANFO founder and wife of the General Overseer, MFM, Mrs. Folashade Olukoya, said her passion for empowering women through music was shaped by her personal experiences and observations of societal realities.

    Recalling how her parents often intervened in resolving disputes, she observed that women tend to bear the brunt of challenges in marriage and society. This, she said, inspired her to create a platform where women could discover and fully actualise their God-given potentials.

     “My husband believes strongly that people can actualise their potential,” she said. “I decided that if everyone stays in their space and fulfils their God-given abilities, life will be better for all of us.”

     Describing women as “solutions,” Mrs. Olukoya warned that any society that fails to create space for women risks stagnation.

     “A nation that does not give space to women will remain lonely. Women are needed to move the world forward. When women are denied space, they become unfulfilled and unable to actualise their potential,” she said.

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    In her exhortation, she urged women to see themselves as the “Eves of our time,” encouraging them to identify their spheres of influence, raise their voices, pursue their passions and grow in wisdom. “Whatever we do, let us do it heartily, not unto men, but unto God,” she added.

    Also speaking, ANFO Coordinator, Mrs. Abiodun George, commended Pastor Olukoya and his wife for their unwavering support, highlighting the financial and technical demands of learning the organ, which she described as an expensive instrument beyond the reach of many.

    “Purchasing an organ is not affordable for most people,” she said. “But the General Overseer believed in us, provided professional trainers and created a safe space for us to grow. The training fees alone are beyond what many of us can afford, yet Pastor Olukoya made it accessible.”

    One of the standout performers at the event, 28-year-old Temitope Aina, expressed excitement after receiving a standing ovation from the audience. She said her passion for music began in childhood, nurtured by a father who is a pianist and a mother who is a choir leader.

    A first-class graduate of the University of Ibadan, Temitope currently teaches at a piano school, offers online music lessons to clients in the diaspora, and is pursuing a Master’s degree in Music at Mountain Top University.

  • Salvation, testimonies, hope restored as Olukoya  holds  prayer vigil in London

    Salvation, testimonies, hope restored as Olukoya  holds  prayer vigil in London

    • By Ayoyinka Jegede

    For thousands of Christian faithful across the  United Kingdom,  the recent Mega Healing crusade held by the Mountain of Fire and Miracles, London has been an oasis amidst many challenges confronting the world at large.

    It was showers of blessings and testimony galore as the General Overseer of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries, Dr. Daniel Olukoya, held the Great Physician crusade service at one of the largest theatres in the United Kingdom,  Gaumont  State Theatre, High Road, London,  with the theme ‘The Great Physician Night, 2025’.

    The services were characterized by fervent prayer, energetic worship, different song ministrations, and a belief in miracles, attracted by large congregations seeking divine intervention and spiritual renewal. Indeed it was a miracle service.

    It was a vibrant Pentecostal miracle service deeply ingrained in the religious fabric.

    Fittingly, the MFM crusade which was held at the Gaumount State Theatre recently has been described as “one of the biggest gatherings” held by the church in the United Kingdom.

    The crusade, according to the organisers, was in line with the Explosive Evangelism Initiative of the church whose objectives include “to capture the world for Christ, healing of the land as well as individuals of diverse challenges especially people who need deliverance ministries.

    Although the time scheduled for the service was 10pm, as early as 10 am, men, women, and youths who sought God’s intervention had begun trooping into the arena. The largest Theatre hall was full to capacity with overflow, while many stood outside.

    Many of the attendees came with various prayer requests written on pieces of paper as well as photos of their loved ones who could not be present due to the physical distance or were in hospitals or bedridden in homes.

    Others came along with water, Olive oil, and clothing (mantles) which they hoped would be prayed on, anchored on the belief that God would provide the ultimate source of solution to all their challenges and answer their supplications.

    By the time the event kicked off, residents and others within and outside London had massively gathered.

    The wife of the General Overseer, Dr Folashade Elizabeth Olukoya, who set the tone of the crusade, affirmed to participants that God alone has the power to deliver to the utmost. 

    She pointed God to worshippers, as their shield, defence,  solution provider and greatest healer whose prescription never fails.

    Taking his message from the Bible book of Jeremiah 32:27, the General Overseer, Dr. Daniel Kolawole Olukoya, revealed that God Almighty alone can heal problems and diseases.

    Olukoya explained that the pervasive problem of depression, suicidal tendencies and all emotional troubles can be healed by Jesus Christ.

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    He stressed that Jesus Christ does not only heal Physical and Spiritual diseases but also specialises in healing Emotional diseases.

    He explained that Jesus Christ is the great physician who moves through the Holy Ghost, heals with his words perfectly and also makes whole.

    Olukoya, however, revealed that the ticket to God’s healing is by surrendering one’s life to Jesus Christ the son of God. He stressed that for these all-round healings, Great Faith and a desperate cry to God for healing are needed.

    Testimonies flowed and outstanding miracles happened immediately after the deliverance prayers were offered. As the miracles occurred, there were shouts of joy and happiness that reverberated across the crusade ground.

    The fire of prayer ignited the atmosphere, and testimonies poured out—fibroids disappeared, ailments vanished, and demons flee at the sound of Holy Ghost fire.

    “There was instant healing of different ailments that had lasted for days, weeks, months, and even years. Some had visited hospitals and spent huge amounts of money; some had abandoned themselves to their fate, thinking hope was already lost.

    “It was jubilation galore all over the crusade ground as participants danced, sang, and praised God for the healing presence of the almighty God globally.”

    Participants testified that the entire city of London had witnessed the undeniable hand of God.

    “No words can truly capture the mighty move of God that took place during the unforgettable healing crusade. The unprecedented crowd, the hunger for deliverance and the miraculous testimonies proved beyond any doubt that God is with His servant, Dr. Daniel Olukoya, and Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries. The entire city of London has witnessed the undeniable hand of God. Even secular venues couldn’t contain the move of the Spirit. People stood in the cold for hours, yearning for the presence of God.

  • Olukoya to leaders: alleviate suffering among masses

    Olukoya to leaders: alleviate suffering among masses

    • 492 MFM graduates rewarded

    The General Overseer of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles (MFM), Pastor Daniel Olukoya, has urged government at all levels to prioritise the amelioration of the suffering of the masses.
    The cleric stressed that the nation currently needs divine intervention to overcome its challenges.
    He expressed a strong belief in one Nigeria, assuring fellow citizens that the nation’s future is bright with God manifesting His plan for the country.
    Olukoya spoke at the grand finale of the church’s 35th anniversary celebration with a thanksgiving and awards service.
    Titled: ‘Power From On High, the celebration brought together Christians from across the world.
    The special guests included Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), and Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta).
    Traditional rulers, captains of industry, and government officials also graced the event.
    It featured the presentation of awards to exceptional church ministers and 492 members worldwide who graduated as first-class students from various institutions, including the Mountain Top University (MTU).
    Quoting a popular hymn, Olukoya said: “The arm of flesh will fail you, the brains of men may fail, and our hard work may fail. But with God, all things are possible.’
    “Let us understand something: no matter where you are or what resources you have, the Bible says: ‘Except the Lord builds the house, they labour in vain that build it.’”

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    The cleric stressed that the nation needed divine intervention, praying God to lay His hands upon the nation and its leaders to help them make the right decisions and help Nigerians.
    He added: “Regarding the future of Nigeria, I see a bright future for this country. If you look at the map of Africa, it resembles a gun, and Nigeria is where the trigger is. God has a plan for Nigeria. I am a chronic believer in one Nigeria.”
    When asked about the direction the church would take in its future plan, Olukoya outlined a vision to “suffocate the whole world with the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ” and to spread the message of deliverance and prayer globally.
    “It’s interesting that a lot of people are now interested in prayers. They have seen that the powerless powers have not helped anybody. Rather, they waste money, they waste life, they take things away. But with the power of prayers, nothing is impossible,” he said.
    On the church’s awards to the first-class graduates, Olukoya said: “We are encouraging youths in the church to work harder for excellence. We want them to be the best and beat the best. I believe MFM has the largest number of first-class graduates in Nigeria.”