Edo State remains one of Nigeria’s most spiritually vibrant regions, home to some of the country’s largest congregations and most influential Christian ministries. Every Sunday, tens of thousands of worshippers gather across Benin City, Auchi, Ekpoma and beyond to worship, learn and experience powerful ministries rooted in rich Edo Christian heritage.

For 2025, EdoCelebrities.com presents a data-based ranking of the most attended churches in Edo State, highlighting why Edo people love them and the impact each church is making in the community.


Edo State’s 2025 Most Attended Sunday Churches


1. Church of God Mission International (CGMI) – Faith Arena, Benin City

Estimated Weekly Attendance: 18,000–22,000
Founder: Archbishop Benson Idahosa
Presiding Bishop: Margaret Idahosa

Why People Love It

  • Strong legacy of Archbishop Idahosa

  • Powerful worship sessions

  • Youth-driven programs and global missions

  • Consistent spiritual teachings

Community Impact

  • Free medical outreaches

  • Annual Idahosa Foundation humanitarian projects

  • School scholarships and empowerment for women & youth


2. Omega Fire Ministries (OFM), Auchi

General Overseer: Apostle Johnson Suleman
Estimated Weekly Attendance: 15,000+

Why People Love It

  • High-energy prophetic and healing services

  • Strong global media presence

  • Massive youth following

  • Vibrant praise sessions

Community Impact

  • Provides food and relief materials to widows

  • Tuition assistance for students

  • Free boreholes and rural community support programmes


3. Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Benin Central

Senior Pastor: Dr. Paul Enenche
Estimated Weekly Attendance: 10,000–13,000

Why People Love It

  • Intense worship atmosphere

  • Sound teachings and prayer focus

  • Modern auditorium with digital worship feel

Community Impact

  • Urban crusades

  • Free skills training for youths

  • Widows’ support initiatives


4. Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Region 13 — Benin Mega Parishes

Estimated Weekly Attendance (Combined): 9,000–12,000
Includes:

  • RCCG Jesus House Parish

  • RCCG Region 13 Headquarters

Why People Love It

  • Structured services

  • Strong family programmes

  • Excellent choir ministry

  • Stable doctrinal foundation

Community Impact

  • Health missions

  • Educational support for low-income families

  • Clean-up campaigns in various LGAs


5. Salvation Ministries – Benin Church

Pastor: David Ibiyeomie (Global Overseer)
Estimated Weekly Attendance: 7,000–9,000

Why People Love It

  • Short, powerful, well-organised services

  • Emphasis on excellence and prosperity teachings

  • Strong children and teens church

Community Impact

  • Food drives

  • Free transport services for worshippers

  • School outreach programmes


6. Christ Embassy (Loveworld), Benin Zone

President: Pastor Chris Oyakhilome
Estimated Weekly Attendance: 6,000–8,000

Why People Love It

  • Spirit-filled worship atmosphere

  • Engaging cell ministry

  • Youth-friendly and tech-driven worship

Community Impact

  • Loveworld Aid Foundation humanitarian support

  • Youth empowerment through leadership training


7. House of God International Church (HOGIC), Benin City

Senior Pastor: Pastor Chris Morgan (Founder)
Estimated Weekly Attendance: 4,500–6,000

Why People Love It

  • Powerful worship (gospel musician-led)

  • Youth-centred revival meetings

  • Strong teachings on purpose and destiny

Community Impact

  • Music talent development programs

  • Charity concerts and food outreach


8. Spirit and Life Bible Church, Benin

General Overseer: Prophet (Dr.) John Okafor
Estimated Weekly Attendance: 4,000–5,500

Why People Love It

  • Deep prophetic ministrations

  • Early morning Sunday “Encounter Service”

  • Strong deliverance ministry

Community Impact

  • Free counselling centers

  • Community development projects in Egor and Oredo


9. Family Intercessory Ministries, Ekpoma

Founder: Rev. (Dr.) Osaretin Ojo
Estimated Weekly Attendance: 3,500–5,000

Why People Love It

  • Family-focused teachings

  • Strong miracles and intercession ministry

  • Growing student population from AAU

Community Impact

  • Support for AAU students

  • Rehabilitation programmes for youths


10. House on the Rock, Benin City

Senior Pastor: Pastor Paul Adefarasin (General Overseer)
Benin Pastor: Pastor Charles Omorogbe
Estimated Weekly Attendance: 3,000–4,500

Why People Love It

  • Modern worship experience

  • Professional choir and instrumentalists

  • Strong marriage and leadership teachings

Community Impact

  • Annual charity concerts

  • Free leadership and business training


Conclusion

From Benin City to Auchi and Ekpoma, these churches continue to attract thousands every Sunday, shaping Edo’s spiritual culture and contributing significantly to social development. As Edo remains a major Christian hub in Nigeria, these ministries show how faith, community service, and strong leadership can transform lives.



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