About Victory Sanctuary
A church determined to transform lives and change destinies through the power of the Word, in Lekki and across Nigeria.
Our church family at 25, standing in the grounds of our Lekki sanctuary
The difference is not the size of the building or the number of people. It goes beyond programmes and production to the essence of this church.
Together, we strive to be the kind of church described in the Bible: a church with relevant teaching, heartfelt worship, honest friendships, constant prayer and compassionate care for those in need.
We are building the kind of contagious Christianity that can influence and encourage our whole community, one life at a time.
Who we are
Our goal
To make every member a leader, in their own area of purpose.
Our vision
To raise Kingdom-minded leaders who will raise other leaders.
Our mission
To help people find their way back into the Kingdom of God, and train them to fulfil God's purpose for their lives.
Our core values
Built from the ground up, on a strong relationship with God and family.
Our pastors
Senior Pastor
Pastor David Olubukola Ajide, known to many as Pastor Bukky, is a pastor of pastors, a visionary leader and a mentor to many. He has a God-given vision of raising covenant-minded leaders, and a passion for people living out their God-ordained purpose.
A Babcock University alumnus, he has led Victory Sanctuary since 1999, and is the author of several books.
His books and teaching
Architect, speaker and teacher
Arc. Wuraola Adebola Ajide is an acclaimed speaker and teacher with a passion for youth and family. Trained as an architect, she has more than 20 years of experience in architectural design.
She is a member of the Nigerian Institute of Architects and an international associate of the American Institute of Architects, and the chief host of the King's Daughters Conference.
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Assistant Pastor
Pastor Victor serves alongside Pastor Bukky and Pastor Bola as assistant pastor of Victory Sanctuary, caring for the church family in Lekki.
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“The kingdom of God is right here within us.”
Pastor Bukky Ajide, on Luke 17:20–21
Pastor Bukky and Bola Ajide are married with three children, and serve together at Victory Sanctuary in Lekki.
Our story
1999
The “Walking in His Will” crusade at King’s College Hall, Victoria Island, with Dr Kenneth Mulzac of Huntsville, Alabama. Guests stand in the foyers.
July 1999
The new fellowship moves to NUJ House, Victoria Island. On 24 July it is inaugurated as a Seventh-day Adventist company, with Pastor Bukola Ajide as its head.
March 2000
Our present site in Lekki is acquired. The land is dedicated and the cornerstone set at an early-morning prayer meeting.
2001
The auditorium is roofed by August, a lone pioneer on waterlogged land, built by members’ freewill offerings. The Bible school begins.
2003
The first Bible school class graduates, and the first Victory Believers Convention brings the family together.
Today
40 outreaches, 35 across Nigeria and 5 beyond, and more than 200 Bible school graduates.
2030
Vision 2030: two million brethren, 60,000 lay pastors, 10,000 new outreaches and 250,000 church workers.
The story of Victory SanctuaryVictory Sanctuary, since 1999.The people, the prayers and the waterlogged plot that became our home.Watch the film“All design, construction and engineering services were rendered as freewill offerings from members.”How the Lekki sanctuary was built
Then and now
From our first years to today.
Our children
Our sanctuary
Our Bible school
Our music
How we're led
Ministry
Serving one another and our city.
Worship
Glorifying God together.
Fellowship
Growing as one family.
Evangelism
Reaching the unchurched with hope.
Discipleship
Growing in Christ through the Word.
Heads of department, elders and officers serve alongside our pastors.
What we believe
A worldwide community of Christians who observe the seventh-day Sabbath and eagerly await the second coming of Jesus Christ.
Rooted in the Bible, we emphasise healthy, balanced living while serving others and sharing the message of God's love and salvation. We hold the 28 fundamental beliefs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and they shape our faith and practice.
Faithful in all things.
Faithful tithing and sincere Sabbath-keeping are at the heart of our life together. Tithes are faithfully remitted to the West Nigeria Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and our accounts are audited every year by professional accountants.
Vision 2030
Born from Matthew 28:19, Vision 2030 is the church growth initiative of Victory Sanctuary and her outreaches: to win two million members for Christ in Nigeria, reach young professionals with the Advent message, and prepare them to be God-fearing leaders in business, finance and public life.
2,000,000
brethren
60,000
new lay pastors
10,000
new outreaches
250,000
new church workers
Accelerated church growth
Evangelism that meets real needs, with workshops on health, finance and the environment, and services that grow from one four-hour service into two two-hour services.
Church planting
Every church formed through evangelism plants a new one within a year, on the way to 10,000 new outreaches.
Thriving ministries
Schools from nursery to secondary, two universities, three skill acquisition centres, two diagnostic health centres and four health and fitness clubs.
Thriving industries
Captains of industry in TV, radio, print and healthcare, so every sector becomes a tool for witnessing.
Empowerment
The Business Angels Club, SME training and advisory boards, the School of Entrepreneurship, and training that lets pastors and laity grow in calling and trade.
Victory across Nigeria and beyond
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About Victory Sanctuary
A church determined to transform lives and change destinies through the power of the Word, in Lekki and across Nigeria.
Our church family at 25, standing in the grounds of our Lekki sanctuary
The difference is not the size of the building or the number of people. It goes beyond programmes and production to the essence of this church.
Together, we strive to be the kind of church described in the Bible: a church with relevant teaching, heartfelt worship, honest friendships, constant prayer and compassionate care for those in need.
We are building the kind of contagious Christianity that can influence and encourage our whole community, one life at a time.
Who we are
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Our core values
Built from the ground up, on a strong relationship with God and family.
Our pastors
Senior Pastor
Pastor David Olubukola Ajide, known to many as Pastor Bukky, is a pastor of pastors, a visionary leader and a mentor to many. He has a God-given vision of raising covenant-minded leaders, and a passion for people living out their God-ordained purpose.
A Babcock University alumnus, he has led Victory Sanctuary since 1999, and is the author of several books.
His books and teachingArchitect, speaker and teacher
Arc. Wuraola Adebola Ajide is an acclaimed speaker and teacher with a passion for youth and family. Trained as an architect, she has more than 20 years of experience in architectural design.
She is a member of the Nigerian Institute of Architects and an international associate of the American Institute of Architects, and the chief host of the King's Daughters Conference.
King's DaughtersAssistant Pastor
Pastor Victor serves alongside Pastor Bukky and Pastor Bola as assistant pastor of Victory Sanctuary, caring for the church family in Lekki.
Plan a visit“The kingdom of God is right here within us.”
Pastor Bukky Ajide, on Luke 17:20–21
Pastor Bukky and Bola Ajide are married with three children, and serve together at Victory Sanctuary in Lekki.
Our story
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The story of Victory SanctuaryVictory Sanctuary, since 1999.The people, the prayers and the waterlogged plot that became our home.Watch the film
“All design, construction and engineering services were rendered as freewill offerings from members.”How the Lekki sanctuary was built
Then and now
From our first years to today.
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How we're led
Ministry
Serving one another and our city.
Worship
Glorifying God together.
Fellowship
Growing as one family.
Evangelism
Reaching the unchurched with hope.
Discipleship
Growing in Christ through the Word.
Heads of department, elders and officers serve alongside our pastors.
What we believe
A worldwide community of Christians who observe the seventh-day Sabbath and eagerly await the second coming of Jesus Christ.
Rooted in the Bible, we emphasise healthy, balanced living while serving others and sharing the message of God's love and salvation. We hold the 28 fundamental beliefs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and they shape our faith and practice.
Faithful in all things.
Faithful tithing and sincere Sabbath-keeping are at the heart of our life together. Tithes are faithfully remitted to the West Nigeria Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and our accounts are audited every year by professional accountants.
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Victory across Nigeria and beyond
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