February 7th 2026

The leadership of the Global Methodist Church in Nigeria wishes to address members and the general Christian public regarding information circulating about a proposed reconciliation service involving two breakaway factions of the DEFUNCT United Methodist Church in Nigeria (UMCN), reportedly scheduled at Jatutu Memorial Cathedral Magami for 22nd February 2026 as posted on 7/2/2026 by Rev Ande Emmanuel on his Facebook page.

First, we urge all members of the Global Methodist Church in Nigeria to remain calm, prayerful, and law-abiding. It is important to state clearly that the said reconciliation service has no connection whatsoever with the Executive Order issued in August 2024 by His Excellency, Dr. Agbu Kefas, the Executive Governor of Taraba State, concerning the closure of GMCN and UMCN churches across the state.

Furthermore, contrary to misleading reports being circulated by some conflict entrepreneurs, no official communication has indicated Jatutu Memorial Cathedral as the venue for the reconciliation service. These false narratives are capable of inflaming tensions and causing avoidable civil unrest within the Christian community in Taraba State, and they should be firmly disregarded.

Members are also reminded that there is an existing court order issued by the Jalingo Upper Area Court between Rev Philip Audu of GMCN Jatutu Memorial Cathedral Vs Rev Ande Emmanuel of the defunct UMCN which restrains all concerned parties from operating or holding activities at Jatutu Memorial Cathedral pending the determination of that suit.

The Global Methodist Church in Nigeria remains committed to the rule of law and will continue to respect all lawful directives and judicial pronouncements.
We therefore call on all GMCN members to exercise restraint, avoid the spread of unverified information, and continue to uphold peace as responsible citizens and faithful Christians.

The Church will duly communicate any verified updates or further directives as received from His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Taraba State including other appropriate authorities.

Let us continue to pray for peace, unity, and wisdom for all leaders and stakeholders as we await further guidance.

Signed:
Global Methodist Church in Nigeria Media Team