Celestial leaders, members clash over ban on trousers, nose rings
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Reported by Daniel Ayantoye
Sat, 7 Nov 2026, 23:09
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In this report, DANIEL AYANTOYE examines the controversy sparked by a notice issued by the Celestial Church of Christ banning female trousers, nose rings, artificial nails, heavy makeup and other fashion choices For Tolu Ajila, a member of the Celestial Church of Christ in Ikorodu, Lagos State, what a worshipper wears to church should not become a test of faith, provided the person has a genuine relationship with God. Are they going to say I should not wear trousers when I am going for national youth service?” Another member of the church in Ikorodu who pleaded anonymity for fear of intimidation said restrictions on personal appearance were not new but argued that worshippers should be allowed to maintain their appearance while observing the church’s religious requirements.
Context & Background
✦Ajila’s position followed a viral notice issued by the CCC, Sharon Parish, Ikorodu, listing several forms of dressing and adornment considered unacceptable in the church.
Key Figures & Named Entities
Sunday:She told Sunday PUNCH, “It is not about what we wear but our heart.Sunday:Only fools will go there to worship.” Ministers defend restrictions While some worshippers consider the directive excessive, ministers of the church who spoke to Sunday PUNCH defended the need for moderation and decorum in places of worship.Sunday:That a person does not wear earrings does not guarantee that they would make heaven.” CCC headquarter reacts Speaking in a phone interview with Sunday PUNCH, Most Senior Evangelist Solomon Oshoffa, Personal Assistant to the Pastor and Spiritual Head of the Celestial Church of Christ Worldwide, Reverend Emmanuel Oshoffa, said the established tenet is that all Christians should dress appropriately when attending church.
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✦In this report, DANIEL AYANTOYE examines the controversy sparked by a notice issued by the Celestial Church of Christ banning female trousers, nose rings, artificial nails, heavy makeup and other fashion choices For Tolu Ajila, a member of the Celestial Church of Christ in Ikorodu, Lagos State, what a worshipper wears to church should not become a test of faith, provided the person has a genuine relationship with God.
✦Are they going to say I should not wear trousers when I am going for national youth service?” Another member of the church in Ikorodu who pleaded anonymity for fear of intimidation said restrictions on personal appearance were not new but argued that worshippers should be allowed to maintain their appearance while observing the church’s religious requirements.
✦Ajila’s position followed a viral notice issued by the CCC, Sharon Parish, Ikorodu, listing several forms of dressing and adornment considered unacceptable in the church.
Key Facts:Sunday: She told Sunday PUNCH, “It is not about what we wear but our heart.Sunday: Only fools will go there to worship.” Ministers defend restrictions While some worshippers consider the directive excessive, ministers of the church who spoke to Sunday PUNCH defended the need for moderation and decorum in places of worship.Sunday: That a person does not wear earrings does not guarantee that they would make heaven.” CCC headquarter reacts Speaking in a phone interview with Sunday PUNCH, Most Senior Evangelist Solomon Oshoffa, Personal Assistant to the Pastor and Spiritual Head of the Celestial Church of Christ Worldwide, Reverend Emmanuel Oshoffa, said the established tenet is that all Christians should dress appropriately when attending church.
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In this report, DANIEL AYANTOYE examines the controversy sparked by a notice issued by the Celestial Church of Christ banning female trousers, nose rings, artificial nails, heavy makeup and other…
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In this report, DANIEL AYANTOYE examines the controversy sparked by a notice issued by the Celestial Church of Christ banning female trousers, nose rings, artificial nails, heavy makeup and other fashion choices For Tolu Ajila, a member of the Celestial Church of Christ in Ikorodu, Lagos State, what a worshipper wears to church should not become a test of faith, provided the person has a genuine relationship with God.
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Are they going to say I should not wear trousers when I am going for national youth service?” Another member of the church in Ikorodu who pleaded anonymity for fear of intimidation said restrictions on personal appearance were not new but argued that worshippers should be allowed to maintain their appearance while observing the church’s religious requirements.
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She told Sunday PUNCH, “It is not about what we wear but our heart.
