Grace Nation: “The Prince of Persia Operates Everywhere—Even in the Church” — Dr Chris Okafor

…Covenant determines outcomes

…Breaking negative patterns requires sacrifice and spiritual discipline

Understanding the root and dynamics of life’s challenges is essential to overcoming them. Many struggles—particularly recurring family patterns and generational curses—persist because they are not properly identified or addressed.

Ignorance, in many cases, prolongs such cycles of limitation.

These insights formed the core of the teaching by the Generational Prophet and Senior Pastor of Grace Nation Global, Dr Chris Okafor, during a recent service at the church’s international headquarters in Ojodu Berger, Lagos.

Speaking on the series “Dealing with Ungodly Patterns and Curses,” Dr Okafor emphasized that being a Christian does not automatically exempt an individual from inherited patterns or curses.

According to the Generational Prophet, for such patterns to be broken, someone must take responsibility and apply the required spiritual principles.

He described curses as “spiritual programs designed to enforce failure,” noting that while the sacrifice of Jesus Christ offers redemption, believers must still follow divine instructions to experience complete freedom. “Deliverance is not accidental; it is enforced through understanding and obedience,” he stated.

The “Prince of Persia” Influence

Dr Okafor highlighted what he referred to as the “Prince of Persia” spirit—a force that resists spiritual progress and keeps individuals in bondage.

He explained that this influence can manifest anywhere, including within the church, by creating distractions and weakening spiritual focus.

According to him, this force often diverts attention through modern channels, particularly digital platforms. Instead of engaging with spiritual growth, individuals may become consumed with gossip, misinformation, and distractions that ultimately disconnect them from their source of help.

Breaking Free from Patterns and Curses

The cleric outlined practical steps for overcoming negative patterns:

Commitment to God: Genuine service and dedication establish a covenant relationship with God.

Consistent Prayer: Persistent and strategic prayer invites divine intervention.

Spiritual Discipline: Obedience to divine principles strengthens one’s resistance against negative influences.

He stressed that when these principles are applied, God intervenes and grants victory over recurring challenges.

Testimonies of Transformation

The service also featured testimonies highlighting what participants described as divine intervention.

One notable case involved a woman previously scheduled for a surgical procedure costing millions of naira. After prayers during a prior service, she reportedly experienced healing and later received medical confirmation of her recovery. She returned to share her testimony during the April 12, 2026 service.

Community Outreach

The Charity Sunday service concluded with the distribution of food items to widows and underprivileged members of the Ojodu Berger community, reflecting the church’s ongoing humanitarian efforts.

Overall, the service combined teaching, testimonies, and outreach, reinforcing the church’s emphasis on spiritual growth, practical faith, and community impact.

By Sunday Adeyemi

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INEC Denies Copying Statement, Labels Peoples Gazette Report Misleading

ABUJA — The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has refuted claims that its recent press statement was copied from a third party, insisting that the publication originated solely from the Commission.
In a rebuttal issued on Sunday, the electoral body clarified that any circulation of the statement outside its official communication channels was done independently and without its authorization.

INEC also dismissed a report by Peoples Gazette titled “Nigerians react as INEC reposts Tinubu aide’s message,” describing it as “fake, misleading, and a misrepresentation of facts.”

According to the Commission, its decision to repost the statement was purely to amplify accurate information already released officially, and not an endorsement of any individual or political figure.

“The Commission remains strictly non-partisan,” INEC emphasized, urging members of the public to disregard what it called misleading interpretations of its actions.

The electoral body reaffirmed its commitment to neutrality, transparency, and credible information dissemination as part of its mandate.