Baba Aladura Emmanuel Alogbo Installed as New Olori of C&S Unification Church of Nigeria
Baba Aladura Emmanuel Alogbo Installed as New Olori C&S Unification Church of Nigeria
By Jerry Adesewo
On Saturday, September 20, 2025, Seraphim Land along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway turned into a spiritual carnival ground as thousands of white-clad worshippers gathered for a historic transition. His Grace, Prophet Dr. Emmanuel Abiodun Alogbo (JP, FNACM), the Spiritual Father of the Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church Worldwide (Ayo Ni O), was formally anointed and enthroned as the new Supreme Head (Olori) of the Cherubim and Seraphim Unification Church of Nigeria.
The solemn yet celebratory installation, conducted under the directive of the Church’s Ecclesiastical Council, marked a significant milestone for one of Nigeria’s oldest indigenous Christian movements. Prophet Alogbo succeeds His Eminence Prophet Dr. Solomon Adegboyega Alao, who retired after 10 years of shepherding the flock.
A Divinely Orchestrated Moment
The announcement of Prophet Alogbo’s elevation had earlier been made through a communiqué from the C&S international secretariat in Galilee, Ogbomoso, Oyo State. Signed by Snr. Sp. Ap. Pro. (Dr.) Anthony Olusesan Samaye, Secretary General of the Church, described the installation as “a divinely orchestrated milestone.”
Elder Omololu Olubode, Chief PRO of the Unification, further confirmed the development, calling it “a new dawn of faith, unity, and revival for the C&S worldwide.”
In his message to members ahead of the ceremony, Baba Aladura Alogbo expressed gratitude and humility, promising to lean on the prayers and counsel of the faithful. “This is not just my mandate but a divine responsibility entrusted to us all. I humbly request your continued counsel, support, and solidarity as we chart the future of our church together,” he said.
The Journey of the Seraphim
To understand the weight of the moment, one must return to 1879, when Orimolade Okejebu—born into the Tunolase branch of the Oshodi Dynasty in Ikare-Akoko, Ondo State—entered the world. Baptized with the name Moses, Orimolade would grow into an itinerant evangelist, traversing Kogi, Kwara, Oyo, and Osun before arriving in Lagos in 1924.
On September 9, 1925, his movement formally crystallized into what was first called the “Seraphim” and, later that same year, “Cherubim and Seraphim.” It was a radical vision of Christianity infused with African spirituality, worship aesthetics, and a focus on healing and prophecy. Today, the C&S stands as a global movement, with millions of adherents across continents.
The Unification Project
But like many large religious movements, divisions emerged over time. To address fragmentation and foster collaboration, the Cherubim and Seraphim Unification Church of Nigeria was formally registered on September 9, 1999. It functions as an umbrella body, “a church of churches,” bringing together diverse strands of the C&S family under one leadership structure.
The Unification has since become the central voice of the C&S in ecumenical, national, and global Christian platforms. Its leadership, therefore, carries both spiritual and administrative significance.
Prophet Alogbo’s Mandate
Prophet Emmanuel Alogbo is stepping into this role at a defining moment. Widely respected for his spiritual wisdom, pastoral dedication, and firm stance on unity, his tenure is expected to chart a new course for a movement that is at once deeply rooted in tradition yet seeking fresh relevance in a rapidly changing society.
Observers note that his background in both spiritual leadership and institutional administration uniquely positions him to balance continuity with reform. For many seraphs, his enthronement is seen as a divine confirmation of God’s hand on their church.
A Celebration of Heritage and Faith
The installation was not just an ecclesiastical ceremony; it was also a celebration of heritage. Traditional drummers and gospel choirs blended seamlessly, symbolizing the C&S identity as a bridge between Africa’s cultural richness and Christian spirituality. Delegates from across Nigeria and the diaspora thronged the venue, reaffirming the global footprint of the movement.
The event also carried a call to action. In its communiqué, the church urged all members to rally behind the new Olori “in prayers, in presence, and in renewed commitment to unity.”
Looking Ahead
As Prophet Alogbo takes up the mantle, the C&S community faces familiar challenges: preserving its spiritual identity amid modern pressures, deepening unity across its many branches, and expanding its global influence. Yet, for the thousands who witnessed Saturday’s enthronement, the mood was one of hope.
A church that began in a humble Akoko home and grew into a worldwide movement has once again renewed itself in leadership. For the Seraphim family, the installation of Baba Aladura Emmanuel Abiodun Alogbo is more than a succession; it is a covenant moment—an assurance that the God of Orimolade is still guiding His people.
Baba Aladura Emmanuel Alogbo Installed as New Olori of C&S Unification Church of Nigeria