Following the dissolution of the registered Board of Trustees (BOT), a case was brought before the Federal High Court in Ikoyi to challenge the legality of the dissolution. The purpose of the court case was not to remove the Pastor, but rather to seek clarification on whether the Pastor had the legal authority to dissolve a registered BOT under the CAC law and CAMA 2000 law.
The case has garnered significant attention as both parties present their arguments. Despite efforts by some Elders to pursue peace and reconciliation, a complete transformation of peace has not been achieved as the Church authority continues to undermine the integrity of those concerned members.
On 21st August 2021, despite a vote to dissolve the registered BOT by the Pastor in Council, some members continued to advocate for reconciliation. A Peace Committee convened a meeting at the residence of MSE Banjo in Lagos, attended by Justice Ajakaye, late General S/V/M/S/E Opaleye, Sup/Evang Adelu, Evang Arthur, late M/C Adefeso, M/C Ikimalo, Sup/ Evang David Sikpa, and members of the registered BOT such as M/S/E Banjo, Sup/Evang Pius Olarewaju, and Sup/Evang Akinterinwa. The meeting resulted in a preliminary agreement, with the Peace Committee pledging to meet with the Pastor for further discussions and ratification. Unfortunately, the Committee’s report was never made public.
Between August 2021 and December 2021, the case was heard three times under the Lordship of Justice Peter Lifu, who made efforts to facilitate peace. However, certain individuals within the Church, who are still profiting millions of Naira obstructed any progress of peace. This ongoing case has hindered the primary objectives of the church in the last 4 years, as all attempts at resolution have been thwarted. Justice Okafor was appointed by the Court to explore potential settlements, but unfortunately, all efforts were unsuccessful.
One of the Court sitting at Federal High Court, Ikoyi
On 9th May 2022, both parties at CCC Ojodu Cathedral, Lagos, attempted to engage in further discussions following a plea in court. However, the strategy of divide and rule ultimately led to the collapse of these discussions. Meanwhile, the case at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi continued to address the legal aspects of the matter. Another court case emerged, drawing attention away from the ongoing proceedings – an Appeal filed at the Appeal Court in Ibadan by the registered Board of Trustees challenging the Pastor’s removal by the State High Court in Ilaro, Ogun State. The registered Board of Trustees contested the presence of the unregistered Board of Trustees at the Appeal Court, leading to a complex legal situation.
Meeting at CCC Ojodu Cathedral, 9th May 2022
In 2023 and 2024, peace and reconciliation between the parties remained elusive, with only a few individuals, such as VSE Ogunremi, Evang Solomon Oshoffa, Prophet Soyemi, and Evang Benjamin Oshoffa, attempting to bridge the divide by meeting with both parties. Despite these efforts, a resolution has yet to be reached.
On 12th February 2025, the Federal High Court in Ikoyi began the continuation of hearings in a case where the new judge ruled out any further negotiations, as the registered Board of Trustees argued that negotiations were merely an attempt to delay judgment. Meanwhile, the Pastor in Council, whose tenure will expire on 27th February 2025 after four years in office, convened on 1st February 2025 at CCC International Headquarters in Ketu. During this meeting, Superior Evangelist David Skipa publicly addressed the council regarding his intentions to initiate further discussions if given the opportunity. On 16th February 2025, it was announced that the Pastor had approved his request.
It has been confirmed that Superior Evangelist Skipa has begun his work, making calls to various members and scheduling meetings. There have been numerous observations regarding Superior Evangelist Skipa’s involvement, but we must wait and see how events will unfold.
Pastor in Council meeting at CCC International Headquarters, Ketu on the 1st February 2025
