Fuji music legend, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, has proudly affirmed his deep connection with the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC), revealing that he is not only a committed member of the church but also a founder of a parish.
In a recent interview with Agbaletu TV, the iconic musician — who was born and raised a Muslim — shared his spiritual journey and his embrace of the Celestial Church, fondly called Cele by adherents.
“In my quest to know God, I explored both Islam and Christianity. I attend Celestial Church. I am a bonafide member — a proud one. In fact, I built a church,” he stated during the pre-recorded interview aired on Wednesday.
The Celestial Church of Christ is a Pentecostal denomination within the Aladura movement, founded by Samuel Oshoffa in 1947. The church is known for its distinctive white garments worn during worship and its strict rules, such as removing shoes before entering the sanctuary.
According to Ayinde, his decision to join the church stemmed from a sincere desire to deepen his spiritual understanding and connection with God — a journey that led him through both major religions in Nigeria.
“I sought different religions while trying to know God. There’s nowhere I didn’t try to find Him,” he added.
This revelation follows a recent controversy sparked by the singer’s use of the now-viral term “Ganusi” in reference to certain Islamic clerics (alfas) during a conversation in the lead-up to his mother’s burial.
The phrase quickly caught on across social media, parties, and casual conversations, but also drew criticism from some Islamic clerics who interpreted it as a jab suggesting that some religious figures attend such events primarily for monetary gain.
Despite the backlash, K1 remained unapologetic, insisting he had done nothing wrong and saw no reason to retract his statement.
