“I’m a Bonafide Member of the Celestial Church, I Even Built a Parish” – K1 De Ultimate
Legendary Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, has openly expressed his deep affection for the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC), declaring himself a proud and bonafide member of the ministry.
Speaking during a pre-recorded interview with Agbaletu TV on Wednesday, K1, who is traditionally known to be a Muslim, revealed that his spiritual journey led him to explore both Islam and Christianity in a sincere quest to find God.
“In my journey to know God, I sought different religions. There’s no place I didn’t go in search of the truth. Eventually, I found peace in the Celestial Church. I am a proud member — in fact, I even built a parish,” he said.
The Celestial Church of Christ, often referred to as “Cele,” is a Pentecostal denomination within the Aladura movement, founded by Samuel Oshoffa. The church is known for its distinctive practices, including the wearing of white garments and the removal of shoes within the sanctuary.
K1’s revelation comes amid ongoing public discourse triggered by a viral phrase he coined, “Ganusi,” which gained traction across social media, events, and street conversations. The phrase originated from a conversation he had while preparing for his mother’s burial, where he made remarks about some Islamic clerics (alfas).
His comments, which were widely interpreted as suggesting that some alfas attend events primarily for monetary gain, sparked criticism from various quarters, especially among Islamic clerics. Despite the backlash, K1 stood by his words and insisted he had done nothing wrong, stating there was no need for an apology.
Through it all, the music icon maintains that his spiritual journey is personal and rooted in an honest desire to connect with God — a journey that has now led him to embrace the Celestial Church wholeheartedly.