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| Salvation Ministries | |
|---|---|
 Salvation Ministries | |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Denomination | Pentecostal |
| Churchmanship | Charismatic |
| History | |
| Founded | 13 April 1997 |
| Founder | David Ibiyeomie |
Salvation Ministries is a Nigerian Pentecostal Christian megachurch headquartered in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. It was founded by Pastor David Ibiyeomie on 13 April 1997.[1][2][3][4][5][6]
History
[edit]The church began with 34 attendees in a small building located in Port Harcourt.[7][8] It experienced rapid growth and now operates thousands of satellite churches within Nigeria and abroad. In February 2011, Salvation Ministries launched 14 satellite churches in one day, each running five services.[9][10]
Beliefs and activities
[edit]Salvation Ministries follows Pentecostal doctrines, emphasizing salvation through Jesus Christ, the power of the Holy Spirit, healing, prosperity, and evangelism. The church organizes major annual events such as 5 Nights of Glory, Glory Reign,[11][12] and Easter/Christmas services broadcast globally.[13][14]
Its media arm broadcasts the weekly Hour of Salvation program on various Nigerian and international TV channels.[15][16]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ↑ "About Us – Salvation Ministries". Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ↑ Emmanuel, Ifedayo (2024-08-10). "SALVATION MINISTRIES PROFILE – UPDATED INFORMATION ABOUT THE SMHOS". Nigeria Christian Events. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ↑ Channel, Hodaviah Media (2020-05-01). "Pastor David Ibiyiome: A brief history of salvation ministry". Hodaviah Media Channel. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ↑ joshua, Attah (2025-03-23). "Thanksgiving: Governor Siminalayi Fubara Worships At Salvation Ministries - ITV". Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ↑ efosataiwo@vanguardngr.com (2025-10-19). "5 largest church auditoriums in Nigeria". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ↑ "Salvation ministry: Police confam three dead for Delta building collapse". BBC News Pidgin. Retrieved 2026-05-17.
- ↑ Daniel, Otuya (2022-01-12). "Salvation Ministries founder, Pastor Ibiyeomie visits victims as more details emerge about collapsed building in Delta - The Street Journal". Retrieved 2026-05-17.
- ↑ "Why I established my church in Port Harcourt: Pastor Ibiyeomie". P.M. News. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-05-17.
- ↑ Selah (2021-10-25). "Salvation Ministries World's Largest Church Building Nears Completion". SelahAfrik. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ↑ "King Suanu Baridam Congratulates Salvation Ministries at 29". Daily Trust. Retrieved 2026-05-17.
- ↑ "RELIGIOUS TOURISM: ABOUT SALVATION MINISTRIES AND GLORY REIGN2025 – RSTDA". 2025-01-14. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ↑ Ajiboye, Kayode (2025-01-23). "Glory Reign 2025 Records Unprecedented Crowd In Ughelli On Fourth Day Of Programme". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ↑ Sunday, Ochogwu (2026-01-21). "Gov Fubara, deputy storm Pastor David Ibiyomie's program in Salvation Ministries". Daily Post. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-05-17.
- ↑ Anyanwu, Samuel (2025-06-25). "Salvation Ministry Aids Displaced Persons In Makurdi". Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation. Retrieved 2026-05-17.
- ↑ Nwafor (2018-09-06). "Wike lauds Salvation Ministries General Overseer for contributions to Rivers devt". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ↑ Adeduyite, Okiki (2025-03-23). "PICTORIAL: Fubara makes first public appearance after suspension". The Punch. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
