Keeping Our Church Focus
Our Vision
Building intimacy with God and reaching the world with the love of Christ.
Our Mission
Reaching the lost for Christ, grooming them to Christ-like maturity through the power of the Holy Spirit,and inspiring a great fellowship for worship and ministry to the Glory of God.
Our Affiliation
We are in association with the Nigerian Baptist Convention, the Lagos State Baptist Conference and the Shalom Baptist Association in Nigeria.
Rooted in Faith, Growing in Love
For over five decades, Ikoyi Baptist Church has been a beacon of light in Lagos, nurturing believers and spreading the Gospel. Our journey is one of divine guidance, resilience, and unwavering commitment to the Great Commission.
Our History
Through the Years
The Vision
Growth
Perm Site
First Building
Revival
Purpose
New Sanctuary
Expansion
Detailed History
The Vision
1967Ikoyi Baptist Church (IBC) was established on May 28, 1967, as Ikoyi Baptist Chapel. The idea originated from Andy Sikes, a layman who envisioned an English-speaking church in Ikoyi. He shared this vision with Rev. Bennie Theodore Griffin. The first service was held at the Sikes’ residence at 8A Ademola Street, Ikoyi, with 27 attendees.
Growth
Late 60sThe church later moved to Aunty Ayo Preparatory School, Biaduo Street, Ikoyi. Despite challenges with space and accessibility, the congregation continued to grow in faith and numbers.
Perm Site
1979After years of seeking a permanent site and overcoming government restrictions, approval was granted in 1979 to use the Baptist Mission’s property at 5/7 Lateef Jakande Avenue (formerly Bell Avenue), Ikoyi.
First Building
1980-88Construction began in 1980 with significant contributions from members. The first sanctuary was completed and dedicated on March 19, 1988. This era also marked the leadership of Rev. Joseph Ayodele Sholeye, the first pastor.
Revival
1990-92Rev. (Prof.) Yusuf Ameh Obaje served as interim pastor, revitalizing the church and introducing new ministries during a critical transition period.
Purpose
1992-17Rev. Dr. Abayomi Enitan Lawal led the church for 25 years, transitioning IBC to a purpose-driven church focusing on worship, discipleship, fellowship, ministry, and evangelism.
New Sanctuary
2012Under Rev. Lawal’s leadership, the construction of the new, modern sanctuary was completed in 2012 to accommodate the growing family of believers.
Expansion
PresentIBC continues to plant churches, support weaker congregations, and establish vibrant ministries for all age groups, remaining committed to its covenant of Christian love and global evangelism.
Meet Our Leaders
Dedicated servants of God leading the flock with wisdom, integrity, and love.
Our Pastorate
Rev. Dr. Olusegun Adeleke
Pastor
Rev'd Dr Thomas Olusegun Adeleke was born and raised as a Baptist boy. His parents ensured that he went through the ranks and files of the appropriate organizations of the church as he grew up. He participated in Sunbeam, Royal Ambassadors and Youth wing of the Church. He received Christ as his personal Lord and Saviour in October 1983, and was baptized by immersion at Calvary Baptist Church, Olodi Apapa on December 16th, 1984. In 1995, he surrendered his pursuit of a doctorate to respond to the lingering call of God over his life. Thus, he proceeded to the Nigerian Baptist Theological Seminary, Ogbomoso and obtained a Master of Divinity in Theology (1995-1998). After twelve (12) years of full gospel ministry, he returned to school and obtained his Doctor of Ministry from the Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.A (2010-2013). He got married to his amiable, loving and industrious wife, Dr Mrs. Martina Adeleke (nee Fregene) on August 7th, 1993, and the marriage is blessed with a daughter, AyanfeOluwa Adeleke and numerous spiritual children. Rev'd Dr Adeleke is a Pastor by calling, but also does the work of an evangelist when occasion demands. He has a passion for intercession, discipleship, leadership development, encouragement, writing, Church planting and Church revitalization. Rev. Dr Segun Adeleke resumed as the Church Pastor of Ikoyi Baptist Church, Lagos on December 1, 2017. He will appreciate your daily intercession to enable him to fulfil the purpose of God in and through Ikoyi Baptist Church.
Church Administration
The administration of Ikoyi Baptist Church operates through a Church Council that provides strategic oversight and governance for the church's ministries and operations. Working collaboratively with the pastoral team, the administration coordinates the church's five-fold purpose: Worship, Fellowship, Discipleship, Evangelism, and Ministry.
Key administrative functions include supporting the various Purpose Driven Vehicles (PDVs) that organise church life, facilitating training programmes for Church Officers and Workers through the Education and Training Ministry, and ensuring the church remains responsive to contemporary challenges facing the congregation.
The administration also maintains the church's affiliations with the Nigerian Baptist Convention, the Lagos State Baptist Conference, and the Shalom Baptist Association.
Through regular Church Council meetings and an annual retreat, the leadership prayerfully steers the church towards its vision of building intimacy with God and reaching the world with the Love of Christ—a mission that has guided Ikoyi Baptist Church since its founding in 1967.
