Designed to promote worship and spiritual growth, Apostolic Faith Church, West and Central Africa (WECA), has reaffirmed its efforts to preserve solemn worship and strengthen the spiritual lives of its members and the society at large.

The church reaffirmed this commitment during its Youth Concert held at its headquarters on Campground Road, Anthony Village, Lagos.

The yearly musical calendar of the church includes the Adult Easter Concert, the Children and Youth Concert, the Adult Camp Concert in August and the Christmas Concert in December.

The Youth Concert drew worshippers from across the West and Central Africa district and served as the grand finale of a weekend programme dedicated to equipping young people for purposeful Christian living and service.

According to the church, the musical programmes provide opportunities for members across different age groups to participate in worship while fostering spiritual development through music.

The concert drew worshippers from across the region and served as the grand finale of a weekend dedicated to equipping young people for purposeful Christian living and service.
Speaking on the significance of the concert, the Youth Music Leader of The Apostolic Faith Church, WECA, Mr. Banji Tai-Sonubi, said: “This concert represents more than musical performance; it is ministry. Through sacred music, we proclaim the Gospel, strengthen believers and preserve a heritage of worship that has defined The Apostolic Faith Church for generations. We are particularly grateful for the opportunity to honour the memory of Rev. John Aina, whose life and compositions continue to inspire worship and devotion.”

He added, “As young people, we have been entrusted with a rich spiritual and musical legacy. Our responsibility is to uphold that legacy with integrity, pursue excellence in all we do, and use our gifts to draw souls closer to Christ.”
The District Superintendent of The Apostolic Faith Church, WECA, Rev. Isaac Adigun, was acknowledged for his continued support of youth development and the church’s sacred music ministry.

The Youth Weekend commenced with Apopreneur 2026, an entrepreneurship and leadership initiative themed “From Integrity to Excellence.” The event featured career talks, symposium discussions, panel sessions and prayer sessions, challenging participants to pursue excellence without compromising their Christian values.

Following the sessions, the youths took the Gospel to the streets through an evangelistic outreach tagged “Go Ye,” distributing gospel tracts and ministering to residents in neighbouring communities around the church.

Opening with the congregational hymn, “Redeeming Love,” the Apostolic Faith Youth Choir led the audience into an evening of worship and musical excellence. The choir’s curtain raiser, “Worthy, You Are Worthy,” set the tone for a programme that blended classical sacred works, African expressions of praise and orchestral brilliance.

Among the major choral presentations were “Worthy Is the Lamb,” based on Revelation 5 and Revelation 11, and the Gaither classic “When He Set Me Free,” featuring soloists, choir, orchestra and organ accompaniment.

The audience was also treated to a variety of instrumental performances, including “Toccata” by Léon Boëllmann, the “Concerto for Four Flutes and Cello,” Mozart’s celebrated “Turkish March,” and “Semper Fidelis” by John Philip Sousa, performed by the wind ensemble and orchestra.

The concert celebrated African sacred expressions through pieces such as “Nsikak Nnam Abasi” by Sunday Ofonime and Moses Samson, as well as “E f’iyin f’Oluwa,” a Yoruba-African classic arranged by the late Rev. John Adelaja Aina.

One of the most emotional highlights of the evening was the tribute to the late Rev. John Adelaja Aina, who served faithfully for many years as the church’s Music Director and passed away in May 2026.

In honour of his enduring contribution to sacred music ministry, the Youth Choir rendered “A Medley of Yoruba Praise” in loving memory of Rev. Aina. The programme also featured “E f’iyin f’Oluwa,” one of his notable arrangements.

During the intermission, the entire congregation rose to participate in the singing of Yoruba Revival Classics arranged by Rev. John Aina, transforming the auditorium into a sanctuary of remembrance and thanksgiving as voices united in celebrating the life and ministry of the revered music leader.

Other notable presentations included “Mountain, Get Out of My Way” by Daryl K. Williams and “No Longer a Slave,” further reinforcing the concert’s message of victory, freedom and unwavering faith in Christ.

The altar call featured “Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me,” ministered through a special presentation by flutes, strings and organ, inviting attendees to deeper surrender and commitment to God.