FOUNDER

Apostle Paul Ekunwe

Founder & Presiding Minister
Apostles' Faith International Christian Assembly (AFICA)

Founder & International President
Apostle Paul Ekunwe Global Outreach (APEGO)

A Life Called by God

Apostle Paul Ekunwe is the Founder and Presiding Minister of Apostles' Faith International Christian Assembly (AFICA), The House of Answer to Prayers, and the Founder & International President of Apostle Paul Ekunwe Global Outreach (APEGO).

His ministry is distinguished by a God-given calling to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ, establish believers in righteousness, strengthen faith, restore lives through prayer and the power of the Holy Spirit, equip leaders for Kingdom service, and take the Gospel to the nations.

Through AFICA and APEGO, Apostle Paul Ekunwe continues to serve the Body of Christ by preaching biblical truth, developing Christian leaders, strengthening marriages and families, promoting humanitarian outreach, and advancing God's Kingdom.

Divine Calling

Apostle Paul Ekunwe was born into a Christian family in Edo State, Nigeria. His father, the late Anthony I. Ekunwe, was a devoted member and leader within the Catholic Church.

Although raised in a Christian environment, his personal encounter with God came on 7 March 1990, when the Lord revealed Himself through a life-changing night vision.

In that encounter, he saw the destruction that came upon the earth during the days of Noah because of human unrighteousness. In the vision, God rescued him from the flood and spoke clearly to him, saying that he should turn to Him because he was a chosen vessel for His divine purpose.

This supernatural encounter marked the beginning of his conversion and lifelong commitment to Jesus Christ.

The following Sunday, he attended the nearest Church of God Mission congregation, where he publicly testified of his encounter with God and committed his life to Christ.

Ministry Preparation

Following his conversion, Apostle Paul Ekunwe devoted himself to spiritual growth, biblical study, and Christian service.

After travelling outside Nigeria, he became actively involved in Living Faith Church Worldwide, where he served faithfully in various ministerial responsibilities for approximately fifteen years in both Nigeria and abroad.

During this period, he received practical ministry training, leadership development, and pastoral experience while serving under the leadership of Bishop David Abioye.

He also received theological and ministerial training through Dunamis School of Ministry and Seminary and other Christian leadership institutions, further preparing him for the assignment God had placed upon his life.

The Birth of AFICA

As the appointed time approached, Apostle Paul Ekunwe entered an extended season of prayer, fasting, and spiritual preparation.

After completing forty days of fasting and seeking God's direction, he received confirmation to begin the ministry entrusted to him.

With the prayers and blessing of the leadership of Living Faith Church, Abuja, he was prayerfully released into his apostolic assignment.

On 12 July 2015, Apostles' Faith International Christian Assembly (AFICA) was officially inaugurated in Abuja, Nigeria.

Since its inception, AFICA has continued to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ while emphasizing righteousness, faith, prayer, restoration, discipleship, leadership development, and Kingdom advancement.

The Vision of APEGO

As the ministry expanded, God gave Apostle Paul Ekunwe a broader vision to reach communities and nations beyond the local church.

This vision gave birth to Apostle Paul Ekunwe Global Outreach (APEGO), the international evangelistic, missionary, leadership development, and humanitarian outreach ministry of AFICA.

Through APEGO, the ministry seeks to:

• Proclaim the Gospel throughout the nations.

• Raise disciples of Jesus Christ.

• Strengthen marriages and families.

• Equip Christian leaders.

• Conduct evangelistic crusades and conferences.

• Promote humanitarian outreach.

• Publish biblical and educational resources.

• Build strategic partnerships for Kingdom advancement.

Its guiding vision is:

Building the Church • Reaching the Nations

Ministry Philosophy

The ministry of Apostle Paul Ekunwe is built upon three enduring biblical foundations:

Righteousness

Believing that righteousness is God's covenant pathway for transformed lives, answered prayers, restored destinies, and Kingdom advancement.

Faith

Encouraging believers to continually grow in faith, trusting God completely and living according to His Word.

Prayer

Leading God's people into a deeper relationship with Him through fervent, faith-filled, and Christ-centred prayer.

These foundations continue to shape every area of AFICA and APEGO.

Ministry Leadership

Apostle Paul Ekunwe currently serves as:

• Founder and Presiding Minister, Apostles' Faith International Christian Assembly (AFICA).

• Founder & International President, Apostle Paul Ekunwe Global Outreach (APEGO).

• Chairman, Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Orozo District, Abuja.

Author, Educator & Communicator

In addition to pastoral ministry, Apostle Paul Ekunwe is an accomplished author, educator, translator, editor, and communications specialist.

He has authored books on Christian living, leadership, personal development, and French language education, including:

• Be a Winner: 100 Keys to Be Permanently Successful

• Teach Yourself French

• French Made Easy

• Agreement With God

• The Light of Life Devotional

He has also produced educational resources, eBooks, and language-learning materials that continue to serve students, churches, and educational institutions.

Family

Apostle Paul Ekunwe is married to Pastor Florence Ekunwe, who faithfully serves alongside him in ministry.

Together they provide leadership for AFICA and APEGO and are blessed with three children:

• Faith

• Wisdom

• Miracle

Their shared passion is to see lives transformed through the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to raise generations that will faithfully serve God.

A Message from the Founder

"I believe that God has called this ministry to proclaim His righteousness, strengthen the faith of believers, restore lives through prayer, and prepare the Church for the return of our Lord Jesus Christ. Our desire is to see individuals, families, communities, and nations transformed by the saving power of the Gospel. We warmly invite you to join us as we build the Church and reach the nations for the glory of God."

— Apostle Paul Ekunwe.

"But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you."
Matthew 6:33.

Ministry Timeline

1990 — The Divine Calling

God called Apostle Paul Ekunwe into ministry with a mandate to proclaim righteousness, strengthen believers through prayer and biblical teaching, restore lives, and advance His Kingdom among the nations.

2015 — Inauguration of AFICA

Apostles' Faith International Christian Assembly (AFICA), The House of Answer to Prayers, was inaugurated as a Christ-centered ministry devoted to righteousness, faith, prayer, deliverance, restoration, and Kingdom advancement.

Anchor Scripture: Luke 17:5

"Lord, increase our faith."

Birth of APEGO — Extending the Gospel to the Nations 

Apostle Paul Ekunwe Global Outreach (APEGO) was established as the missionary and outreach arm of AFICA, carrying the Gospel beyond the local church through evangelism, leadership development, humanitarian service, conferences, media ministry, and global missions.

Today

Today, AFICA and APEGO continue to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ, build believers in righteousness, strengthen families, equip leaders, and take the message of salvation to communities and nations around the world.

Our Mandate:

• Proclaiming righteousness.

• Restoring lives.

• Building the Church.

• Reaching the nations.

• Advancing God's Kingdom.

"And the apostles said unto the Lord, Increase our faith." — Luke 17:5

This Scripture remains the foundation of our desire to see believers grow in faith, righteousness, prayer, and Kingdom service.