Armed men have reportedly attacked the Faith Miracle International Church (FMIC) City on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, near Gurumahaji Village, at the Ibadan entrance to the tollgate, with the church describing the incident as an apparent assassination attempt against its General Overseer, Senior Prophet G.F. David.
The attack reportedly occurred in the late hours of Sunday, September 20, 2026, and was described by the church as the second physical attack against FMIC.
According to a statement issued by the church, the attackers invaded the FMIC City premises, assaulted and chased away workers, set fire to tents and chairs, destroyed tables and the gate and damaged other church property.
The church alleged that the attackers subsequently repeatedly fired shots at a portrait of Senior Prophet G.F. David, with visible bullet holes reportedly seen across the portrait.
The church said the incident went beyond the destruction of property, describing the shooting at the portrait as an apparent personal warning and direct threat to the life of the General Overseer and a serious danger to everyone at the premises.
It called on the Nigeria Police Force and other relevant security agencies to urgently investigate the incident, identify those responsible and take measures to protect innocent lives.
Prophet G.F. David Leads Protest
Following the reported attack, Senior Prophet G.F. David on Monday led members of FMIC and his followers in a protest against the repeated attacks on the church and what they described as threats to his life and the safety of church members.
Addressing the protesters, the Senior Prophet declared: “Enough is enough. We are no longer going to be silent.”
The protest provided an opportunity for the church leadership, members and followers to publicly express their concerns over the reported attacks and demand greater protection and justice.
The protesters called on the relevant security authorities to investigate the incident and ensure that those responsible are identified and brought to justice.
The demonstration also drew attention to the church’s appeal for intervention by security agencies, Christian organisations and other stakeholders.
Earlier Attack
The church said the latest incident was the second physical attack against FMIC.
During the first reported incident, the attackers allegedly burned pepper and released what was suspected to be a chemical irritant into the atmosphere, thereby endangering people present at the premises.
The church expressed concern over the recurrence of attacks and urged the authorities to take decisive action before lives are lost.
Who is Senior Prophet G.F. David?
Senior Prophet G.F. David is the General Overseer of Faith Miracle International Church, a Christian ministry with a presence in Ibadan.
He is known among members and followers of the church for his prayer, healing and deliverance ministry. The church says he has ministered to numerous people seeking spiritual and physical assistance and has provided such ministrations free of charge.
According to members of the church, people from different backgrounds visit FMIC seeking prayers, counselling and deliverance, while the General Overseer has continued to offer his services without charging them for healing and deliverance ministrations.
The church regards the ministry as part of his commitment to helping people and spreading the Christian faith. Claims of miraculous healing and deliverance are based on religious beliefs and personal testimonies and have not been independently verified
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Security Beefed Up , No arrest made
Following the latest attack, security has reportedly been strengthened at the FMIC City and around Senior Prophet G.F. David and his family.
Efforts to contact the head of security of the church, retired Major Victor Giwa, were unsuccessful at the time of filing this report.
However, it was gathered that security operatives of the church, led by retired Major Victor Giwa, had beefed up security around the FMIC City premises and around the Senior Prophet and members of his family.
The additional security measures are intended to prevent further attacks and safeguard the lives of the General Overseer, his family, church workers and worshippers.
Members, Visitors Call for Action
Members of the church and some visitors expressed shock and concern over the reported attack. It was gathered that no arrest has been made so far .
Some described Senior Prophet G.F. David as a true man of God and condemned the attack, saying that violence against a religious leader and a place of worship should not be tolerated.
They called on the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) to intervene and engage the appropriate authorities over the security concerns.
The members and visitors also appealed to the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, to deploy adequate personnel and resources to assist in identifying and apprehending those behind the attack.
They urged the police to thoroughly investigate the incident, particularly the reported shooting at the portrait of the General Overseer, and bring anyone found responsible to justice.
Police Reaction Awaited
Meanwhile, efforts are ongoing to obtain the reaction of the spokesperson of the Oyo State Police Command regarding the reported attack.
As of the time of filing this report, the identities of the alleged attackers and their motive had not been established publicly.
The church appealed to the media, human-rights organisations and members of the public to pay attention to the incident, stressing that it was not seeking retaliation but protection and justice.
It urged the authorities to investigate the attacks and take steps to prevent a recurrence, warning that continued violence could ultimately result in loss of lives.
The allegations contained in the church’s account, including the reported shooting at the portrait of Senior Prophet G.F. David, remain subject to investigation and confirmation by the relevant security agencies
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