Apostle Unachukwu preaches “The Tree and Its Fruits” as Lagos celebrates two decades of chaplaincy ministry
Felix Mbata, Lagos state
The Lord of Lords Police Chapel, Lagos State Police Command, Ikeja, stood filled to capacity on Friday, 26th June 2026, as the Nigeria Police Force Chaplaincy, Lagos State Command, marked 20 years of dedicated spiritual service to officers, families and the wider community. Themed “20th years of Faithful Chaplaincy Service and Impact”, the anniversary was a celebration of prayers, counselling, revival and peace-building efforts that the Chaplaincy has carried out across divisions and stations in the last two decades. Among the dignitaries present was Apostle Kenneth O. Unachukwu, General Overseer of God’s Covenant Evangelistic Mission Int’l, Orile Iganmu (HQ) and Police Chaplain Officer in-Charge of Orile Police Divisional Headquarters. Speaking exclusively with Christian Events Watch Magazine (CEW), he reflected on the journey so far and the urgent call for character, partnership and godliness in national security.
THE INTERVIEWCEW
Sir, please introduce yourself to our readers.
Apostle Unachukwu: I am Apostle Kenneth O. Unachukwu, General Overseer of God’s Covenant Evangelistic Mission Int’l, Orile Iganmu HQ, and the Police Chaplain Officer in-Charge of Orile Police Divisional HQs.
First and foremost, I appreciate God for His grace and mercies that have kept us alive. All glory and adoration to Him alone, Amen.
CEW: What was your message at the 20th anniversary?
Apostle Unachukwu: Our theme for the year is “THE TREE AND ITS FRUITS”. I preached from Mark 11:12-14, Galatians 5:22-23 and John 15:1-8.
I told everyone that a tree that bears fruits is a metaphor for visible character, actions and spiritual life. You can only identify the quality of a tree by the fruit it produces. It is a call to manifest the life of Christ, to turn away from evil and embrace truth and good, and to shine as light in the midst of darkness.
CEW: What role has the NPF Chaplaincy played in the last 20 years?
Apostle Unachukwu: By God’s grace, the Police Chaplaincy has contributed immensely in prayers, counselling, building chapels in various divisions and stations, organising revival meetings and crusades that are helping to keep the nation and our states in peace.
CEW: You also featured at the unveiling of the Security Post of Orile Division by PCRC and Apapa Iganmu LCDA. How significant is this project?
Apostle Unachukwu: The PCRC is really trying. They partnered with the Chairman of Apapa Iganmu LCDA to construct the security post and organise the unveiling. God bless them.
It is very significant because it will aid orderliness in the inflow and outflow of movement in the station. It is a milestone achievement and a very welcome idea.
CEW: What role should the church play in supporting government and community efforts to secure our neighborhoods?
Apostle Unachukwu: The church is doing well — spiritually, physically, morally and financially. Churches have been donating vehicles to security agencies, building structures and boreholes, and organising crusades and outreaches to preach salvation and peace.
CEW: How can pastors help bridge the gap between the police and the community?
Apostle Unachukwu: Pastors and the Police Chaplaincy are doing their best. Things are changing. Unlike before when people didn’t want anything to do with police, today in Orile where I serve, the reverse is the case. The police and the community are relating cordially.
CEW: What advice do you have for youths in Apapa Iganmu to stay away from crime?
Apostle Unachukwu: The youths are the pillars and hope of tomorrow. My advice: come close to God, surrender to His will, avoid bad company, and say no to drugs and cultism. “It pays to serve the Lord in the days of your youth” — Lamentations 3:27, Ecclesiastes 12:1-14.
CEW: What is your assessment of the relationship between security agencies and the people in Lagos?
Apostle Unachukwu: We are not there yet, but we are not where we used to be. There is progress. Both security agencies and citizens are aligning to the rules gradually. I pray God brings us to international standards where we see each other as friends, not enemies.
CEW: What biblical principles can guide both officers and civilians in building a safer society?
Apostle Unachukwu: Safety is a two-way thing.
Officers must be sincere, truthful, honest, disciplined, just, fair and friendly — Exodus 18:17-26.
Civilians must shun evil, pursue good, and obey constituted authority — Romans 13:1-10.
CEW: What is your message to government on investing in security infrastructure and moral values?
Apostle Unachukwu: I appreciate government for their efforts and support to security agencies. I urge them to do more.
CEW: Which scripture inspires your work in ministry as it relates to peace and justice?
Apostle Unachukwu: Romans 12:18, Romans 14:19, Hebrews 12:14, James 3:18 and Matthew 5:9. God is the Judge and Prince of Peace. Anyone who follows Him must pursue peace.
CEW: Finally, what is your prayer for the Nigeria Police Force and Lagos State?
Apostle Unachukwu: Using 1 Timothy 2:1-7, I pray that the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob will keep protecting, preserving and covering officers and their families, provide their needs, grant promotions as at when due, and give them good leadership and excellent retirement. None shall die prematurely.
For Lagos State and Nigeria, I pray that God will intervene, and restore the glory of Nigeria in Jesus’ name, Amen.
Conclusively, as the NPF Chaplaincy clocks 20 years, its impact is clear: beyond enforcement, there must be spiritual covering, moral instruction and community trust.
Apostle Unachukwu’s charge remains — that both officers and citizens must “bear good fruits” if Nigeria is to experience true peace and security. Christian Events Watch Magazine celebrates this milestone and prays for greater grace upon the Chaplaincy and all men and women in uniform serving our nation.