LAGOS, Nigeria — Daniel Olukoya, the General Overseer of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries Worldwide, MFM, has led a special prayer session over Nigeria’s worsening security crisis.
The prayer session was held during the church’s midweek Manna Water Service on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, as worshippers prayed for peace, justice and the safety of Nigerians affected by insecurity.
The session drew fresh attention to the role of religious institutions and public officials in seeking a national response to banditry, kidnappings and attacks on communities.
Speaking during the service, Olukoya expressed concern over the plight of citizens caught in the violence and urged believers to intensify prayers for divine intervention in the country.
His sermon, titled “Violent Spiritual Practices to Defeat Violent Problems,” was the third message in an ongoing teaching series.
He told worshippers that prayer remained a powerful tool for confronting difficult and dangerous situations.
The MFM prayer session came as other religious groups, Christian leaders and government officials also held or announced special prayers over the country’s security challenges.
A Wider Religious Response
The Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society also condemned the persistent wave of insecurity across Nigeria, describing repeated attacks on innocent citizens and communities as tragic, alarming and deeply troubling.
In a statement, NASFAT said it was concerned about the continuing loss of lives, destruction of livelihoods and atmosphere of fear in many parts of the country.
The Islamic organisation said Nigeria’s security situation required urgent attention from all stakeholders, stressing that peace and security were essential for national development and the well-being of citizens.
NASFAT announced that special prayers would be held on Sunday at all its branches and locations worldwide.
Government Officials Join Christian Leaders
In Oyo State, Christian leaders, political appointees and government officials also held a special prayer session for the safe release of teachers and students abducted in the state.
The interdenominational gathering took place at the Oyo State Government House Chapel and drew members of the Christian Association of Nigeria, the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, political aides of Governor Seyi Makinde, students and worshippers from different denominations.
The meeting reflected growing concern among religious and civic leaders over kidnappings and violent attacks, as faith groups continue to call for divine intervention and stronger protection of citizens.
The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria has also sought divine intervention over the rising insecurity and kidnappings in the country.
Religious leaders said Nigeria’s security crisis required prayer, responsible leadership and urgent action from institutions charged with protecting lives and property.
