The Apostolic Church Nigeria, Ipaja Assembly, has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that its church building was destroyed by fire.

The Church on Sunday clarifed that only a minor fire spark occurred and was quickly brought under control without any damage to the structure or loss of life.

In a public notice issued by the Presbytery of the church, the leadership said the clarification became necessary following widespread reports alleging that the church had been engulfed by fire.

According to the statement dated 2 August 2026, the incident occurred on Sunday afternoon at the church’s two-storey building.

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“This afternoon, there was a fire spark in our two-storey church building. By the grace of God, the situation was immediately put under control,” the church stated.

The church commended the prompt intervention of a neighbouring pastor, who immediately alerted the Fire Service, noting that the swift response prevented the incident from escalating.

“We sincerely appreciate the prompt response of the Pastor of our neighboring church, who immediately called the Fire Service. Their quick intervention ensured that the incident did not escalate,” the statement added.

The Presbytery stressed that contrary to the reports making the rounds online, the church building was neither burnt nor destroyed.

“To be clear: The church building did not get burnt. There was a spark, and it was curtailed. No life was lost, and the building is safe,” the statement read.

The church also expressed gratitude to God for preserving lives and protecting the church premises, while thanking members of the public and well-wishers who reached out in concern following the incident.

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It appealed to members and the general public to disregard what it described as false reports suggesting that the church building had been consumed by fire.

“We urge our members and the general public to disregard any false report stating that the church was burnt. Please help us share this correct information,” the Presbytery said.

The statement concluded with a call for continued prayers and unity among members, assuring worshippers that the church remains safe.