ABUJA – A viral video of Pastor Paul Enenche, the Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, distributing suya to his congregation during a live service has set the internet ablaze, triggering a fierce debate over church traditions and modern fellowship.
The footage, which surfaced on Friday, January 30, 2026, captures the medical doctor-turned-cleric handing out the popular Nigerian meat delicacy to members at the altar. The event reportedly took place on Wednesday during a “Breaking of Bread” service, marking the triumphant conclusion of the church’s annual 21-day “Kings’ Fast” and prayer programme.
Communion or “Miracle Meat”?
While the act has been dubbed “Miracle Suya” by online skeptics, church insiders insist the gesture was a deeply symbolic “Love Feast.” According to Dunamis members, it is a longstanding tradition at the end of their January fast for congregants to bring food and fruits to share as a sign of gratitude and brotherhood.
“It was a celebration of victory after three weeks of intense spiritual warfare,” one member commented. “The Pastor was simply leading by example in the act of sharing.”
Social Media Divided
The comment sections across X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook have become a virtual battlefield. Critics have slammed the display as “performative” and “unbecoming of a holy altar,” with some questioning the spiritual relevance of suya in a church setting.
However, thousands of followers have rushed to the cleric’s defense, accusing bloggers of “cherry-picking” moments to paint a negative picture. “If he gave out bread, you’d call it Communion. Because it’s suya, you’re calling it a circus. Is God not the creator of the cow?” one viral rebuttal queried.
Others found humor in the cultural crossover, with one popular comment noting, “The Aboki who prepared this suya probably doesn’t know he just served a holy congregation!”
A History of Viral Moments
This “suya saga” is the latest in a series of high-profile moments for Pastor Enenche. In recent months, he has made headlines for shutting down live broadcasts to force physical attendance and his no-nonsense approach to verifying testimonies during services.
As of press time, the Dunamis International Gospel Centre has not issued a formal statement, but the “Love Feast” continues to trend as Nigerians weigh the thin line between religious tradition and modern-day showmanship.
Should church altars be reserved for spiritual rituals alone, or is a communal “Love Feast” involving local delicacies a welcome move toward inclusivity?
