Lagos, Nigeria – March 30, 2025
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has officially renamed the RCCG Apapa Family to “The Favoured Family.” The announcement was made during his second visit to Trinity Towers, the headquarters of RCCG City of David, which oversees the Apapa Family.
Accompanied by his wife, Pastor Folu Adeboye, the revered cleric emphasized that the name change was not a random decision but rather a divine instruction meant to usher in a new era of spiritual renewal and supernatural blessings for the congregation.
A New Name for a New Season
While delivering a sermon from 2 Kings 2:19-24, Pastor Adeboye drew powerful biblical parallels to explain the significance of the name change. He likened the transformation to the moment when Prophet Elisha purified the waters of Jericho using salt in a new cruse, symbolizing divine restoration, healing, and renewed favor.
“The salt represents divine restoration, the removal of bitterness, protection from negative influences, and accelerated progress,” he explained. “The new cruse, on the other hand, signifies renewal, the recovery of lost glory, and a revitalized spiritual fervor. If anyone had once been hot and had grown lukewarm, they would now burn brightly again.”
History of RCCG Apapa Family and Its Growth
The RCCG Apapa Family has a rich history dating back to 1991, when it was established at Roxy Cinema in Apapa, Lagos. Under the pioneering leadership of Pastor Tony Rapu, the congregation began with just 50 members. Within five years, it experienced exponential growth, expanding to over 45 parishes in Nigeria and across the world.
Over time, the Apapa Family has been led by various distinguished pastors, each contributing to its spiritual and structural development:
- Pastor Tony Rapu – The founding leader who laid a strong foundation.
- Pastor Eskor Mfon – Further expanded the Apapa Family Churches before his passing.
- Pastor Idowu Iluyomade – Took over leadership and continued the vision.
- Pastor Kayode Pitan – Succeeded Pastor Iluyomade as the Head of the Apapa Family on September 1, 2024.
The RCCG Apapa Family has always been at the forefront of evangelism, leadership development, and fostering a culture of excellence, faithfulness, and integrity. Their core mission remains unchanged—to lead people to heaven while demonstrating the relevance of Christianity through innovative and modern expressions of faith.
Divine Purpose and Vision for ‘The Favoured Family’
Pastor Adeboye’s decision to rename the Apapa Family aligns with the broader vision of RCCG to usher in a new wave of spiritual revival. The “Favoured Family” name reflects God’s abundant grace, restoration, and divine acceleration in the lives of its members.
The revered cleric assured the congregation that this new name would bring supernatural breakthroughs, deeper spiritual commitment, and fresh fire for evangelism.
“This is not just a change in name but a prophetic shift into a new season of divine favor. Expect open doors, divine elevation, and supernatural encounters,” he declared.
Reactions from the Congregation and Christian Community
The announcement was met with excitement and spiritual enthusiasm among members of the congregation. Many attendees expressed their faith in the prophetic declaration and looked forward to witnessing tangible manifestations of God’s favor in their lives.
Church leaders and Christian organizations across Nigeria and beyond have also lauded the move, emphasizing the importance of obedience to divine instructions.
“Pastor Adeboye is a man of God who hears directly from the Lord. We believe this new identity will mark a new beginning of greatness for RCCG members and the body of Christ at large,” said Pastor Samuel Adekunle, a senior minister in RCCG.
The Future of ‘The Favoured Family’
With this name change, the RCCG Favoured Family is poised to continue its legacy of spiritual impact, evangelistic outreach, and leadership development. The church remains committed to its mission of spreading the gospel, nurturing leaders, and positively influencing society through faith-based initiatives.
As RCCG enters this new season under the banner of divine favor, members and followers worldwide anticipate a wave of blessings, answered prayers, and testimonies. The legacy of the former Apapa Family remains, but its future as “The Favoured Family” shines even brighter.
Conclusion
The renaming of RCCG Apapa Family to The Favoured Family is more than just a rebranding; it is a prophetic declaration of a new era of grace, restoration, and divine acceleration. Pastor Adeboye’s obedience to divine direction signals a transformation that will undoubtedly shape the future of the church and its members.
As The Favoured Family embarks on this journey, the world watches with anticipation, knowing that where divine favor abounds, miracles, breakthroughs, and supernatural testimonies are bound to follow.
