The Christ Embassy headquarters building in the Oregun area of Lagos has been razed by fire.
The incident occurred on Sunday morning.
Thick black smoke billowed from the white edifice as flames engulfed the roof.
Personnel of the Lagos state fire and rescue service were on the scene to put out the fire.
Police have cordoned the area to prevent a breakdown of law and order.
Vehicular and pedestrian movement on the street where the church is located have been halted for the moment.
Worshippers said that the morning service was immediately moved to Corner Stone — an annex of the church — due to the inferno.
A couple of worshippers said an electrical spark may have been responsible for the fire.
Led by Chris Oyakhilome, Christ Embassy is one of Nigeria’s biggest churches.
