PFN Rejects Accusation of Stopping Rev. Omolehin’s Ministry

PFN Denies Rev. Omolehin’s Claim of Being Barred From Church Pulpits

The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has firmly denied allegations made by Rev. Isaac Omolehin, who claimed that churches in Canada, Cape Town, and Nigeria stopped him from ministering based on alleged directives issued by the fellowship.

Rev. Omolehin had alleged that instructions purportedly from the PFN led to churches at home and abroad denying him preaching platforms. However, in an official statement signed by Dr. Sylvenus Ifaka, National Publicity Secretary of the PFN, the fellowship described the claims as entirely false.

“At no time in Canada, Cape Town, Nigeria, or anywhere else in the world did the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria issue a directive, formal or informal, instructing any church or minister to stop Rev. Isaac Omolehin, or any other minister, from preaching the Gospel. We are completely unaware of the events he described and categorically deny any involvement or complicity,” the statement read.

PFN Reaffirms Its Commitment to the Great Commission

Reiterating its core mission, the PFN emphasized that preventing any genuine minister of the Gospel from preaching contradicts everything the fellowship stands for. The statement referenced Mark 16:15: “Go ye into all the world and preach the Gospel to every creature.”

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“The essence of the PFN is rooted in the Great Commission, Christian unity, and brotherhood. Any action that hinders the preaching of the Gospel is against our foundational purpose,” the fellowship added.

PFN Requests Evidence to Support the Allegations

The PFN urged Rev. Omolehin to provide verifiable information to support his claims.
“With due respect to Rev. Isaac Omolehin, we believe he may have been misinformed or misled. In the interest of fairness, we invite him to present the names of the churches, individuals involved, and any written or recorded evidence linking PFN to these alleged directives. The PFN stands ready to investigate any credible information,” Dr. Ifaka stated.

Biblical Procedure Was Not Followed

Citing Matthew 18:15, the fellowship noted that Rev. Omolehin did not seek clarification from PFN leadership before going public with such a serious accusation.

“The Bible instructs that if a brother believes he has been wronged, he should seek direct clarification. At no time did Rev. Isaac approach the PFN leadership for verification. A simple inquiry could have addressed and dispelled this misinformation,” the statement added.

PFN Extends Goodwill to Rev. Omolehin

Despite the controversy, PFN expressed respect for Rev. Omolehin and wished him well in ministry.
“We hold Rev. Isaac Omolehin in high esteem as a fellow laborer in the vineyard of Christ. We pray for continued grace upon his ministry and encourage churches around the world to keep their pulpits open in the spirit of unity.”

PFN Reaffirms Its Stand

In its conclusion, the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria restated its dedication to unity, transparency, and unhindered evangelism.
“The PFN categorically rejects and refutes any suggestion that it acted to hinder Rev. Omolehin or any other minister from preaching.”

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