Apostle Odekunle Epaphras: The Ibadan Prophet Whose 7/7 Program Draws Thousands — Miracles, Testimonies and Growing Influence

Apostle (Pastor) Odekunle Epaphras, the Ibadan-based minister behind the fast-growing “7/7” prophetic and covenant programme, is increasingly becoming a headline name in Nigerian charismatic circles — and for good reason. His services routinely pull large live audiences online (many broadcasts register 4,000+ viewers) and the ministry’s official channels host dozens of testimony videos — from healed bodies to restored fortunes — that supporters say prove the presence of signs and wonders in his meetings. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

The 7/7 Program: What it Is and Why It Attracts Crowds

The “7/7” service — sometimes styled as a monthly prophetic/covenant meeting — is the anchor event for Apostle Epaphras’ ministry. It’s promoted across his YouTube, Facebook and TikTok platforms as an intense time of prophetic ministry, concentrated prayer and testimony sharing. Recent uploads of the 7/7 services and associated nightly vigils regularly show multi-thousand view counts and active live chat engagement, indicating a sizeable and engaged following online.

Miracles, Testimonies and Royal Visitors

A key reason people tune in — and travel to attend in person — is testimony time. The ministry posts a steady stream of short clips labelled “Testimony” showing personal stories: health recoveries, visa and migration breakthroughs, job and housing miracles, and financial turnarounds. On at least one occasion, the ministry published a testimony involving a traditional ruler (a king) who credited the ministry with a dramatic turnaround — a detail that has helped burnish Epaphras’ reputation among a broad spectrum of society, including some community leaders.

A Fast-Growing Ministry with a Local Base

Although much of the traction is online, Apostle Epaphras’ base is in Ibadan, where programmes such as the 7/7 prophetic service and weekly power services are held. Archived videos stretching back months and years show a continuity of programming — from Wednesday prophetic nights to special fasting and prayer days — suggesting intentional, steady growth rather than a flash-in-the-pan phenomenon. The ministry’s Facebook group and pages show tens of thousands of members and supporters engaging with content.

Background: From Bible College to Public Ministry

Publicly available material about the pastor’s background indicates a path familiar to many Nigerian ministers: Bible college or local training, followed by church planting and a shift into wider prophetic ministry. Local biographies and ministry blogs note his time in Bible school and the founding of Comfort Life Mission (and later related ministries), with subsequent growth into the online-broadcast model driving his current reach. comfortlifemissionblog.wordpress.comYouTube

Critics, Scrutiny and the Testimony Debate

No modern revival figure escapes scrutiny. Alongside glowing testimonials are sceptical voices online questioning the authenticity of some claims. The ministry itself sometimes posts cautionary messages about fake testimonies and urges discernment — a sign that, as with many large ministries, public scrutiny is part of the territory. That tension between faith-filled testimony and public accountability is a live conversation in comment threads and private groups.

Why People Keep Watching

There are several reasons the Epaphras phenomenon persists:

• Relatability: Testimonies are short, personal and often framed in ways viewers can identify with (visa wins, health recoveries, job offers).

• Access: Live streaming expands reach — recent streams show 4k+ engagement, meaning people who cannot travel still receive ministry in real time.

• Social proof: High-profile testimonies and occasional appearances by local traditional leaders add a layer of legitimacy for some followers.

The Bottom Line

Apostle Odekunle Epaphras represents a fast-growing strand of Nigerian charismatic Christianity that blends local pastoral roots with savvy use of social platforms. For supporters, the ministry is a source of real, life-changing encounters. For critics, it raises familiar questions about testimony verification and the accountability of online ministries. Either way, the evidence of reach — frequent 7/7 services, thousands watching live, and a steady stream of testimonies — is visible across public channels. Readers deciding how to interpret those signs will want to weigh both the personal stories posted by beneficiaries and the healthy scepticism urged by independent voices.

 Official Apostle Odekunle Epaphras channels (YouTube & Facebook) — 7/7 and testimony playlists; public social posts showing live viewership counts and testimony clips. YouTube+1Facebook