The Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion rejects Archbishop Mullally’s leadership over same-sex marriage support, affirming spiritual independence and biblical authority.
The Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion has formally declared spiritual independence from the Church of England following the appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as the new Archbishop of Canterbury.
The Nigerian Church criticized both her elevation as the first female Archbishop and her support for same-sex marriage, calling the decision a reflection of moral decline within Anglican leadership.
In a statement signed by the Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Most Rev’d Henry C. Ndukuba, the Church described the announcement made on Friday, October 3, 2025, as “devastating” and “insensitive.”
The statement accused the Church of England of ignoring deep theological and moral divisions already confronting the global Anglican Communion.
“This election is a double jeopardy. It disregards the convictions of the majority of Anglicans who do not accept female headship in the episcopate and elevates a leader who openly supports same-sex marriage,” the statement said.
The Nigerian Church emphasized that such decisions worsen the existing strains within the worldwide Anglican Communion.
The controversy surrounding Bishop Mullally is longstanding. In 2023, following the Church of England’s vote to allow blessings for same-sex couples, she described the outcome as “a moment of hope” for the Church.
The Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion views such positions as deepening divisions that have threatened Anglican unity for more than two decades.
“It remains to be seen how someone who champions same-sex marriage can heal the already torn fabric of the Anglican Communion,” the Primate’s statement continued.
The Church highlighted that this issue has been a major source of crisis across the Communion for over twenty years.
As a member of the GAFCON network, the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion reaffirmed its commitment to Scripture, historic creeds, evangelism, and holy living, despite what it calls the ongoing revisionist agenda within the Church of England.
“We uphold the authority of the Scriptures and traditional Christian teachings unreservedly,” the statement said.
The Church also encouraged faithful Anglicans within England to resist teachings considered ungodly.
“We call on our brothers and sisters in the Church of England to continue contending for the faith once delivered to the saints (Jude 1:3),” it added, highlighting the moral and spiritual imperative to preserve biblical truth.
Observers note that the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion is the largest Anglican province globally in both membership and influence.
Its decision to declare spiritual independence sends a strong signal to conservative provinces worldwide that doctrinal fidelity must be maintained, even amid global pressures to modernize church teachings.
The Nigerian Church’s stance also reflects broader challenges facing the Anglican Communion.
Debates over female ordination, same-sex marriage, and biblical interpretation have increasingly divided member churches, raising questions about the future cohesion of the global Communion.
By rejecting Archbishop Mullally’s leadership, the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion demonstrates its unwavering commitment to Scripture and traditional Christian values.
Despite the firm position, the Church maintains that its actions are motivated by love for the Communion and a desire to uphold biblical authority.
The declaration is both a protest and a reaffirmation of faith, aimed at preserving the moral integrity and spiritual identity of the Church amid shifting global trends.
In conclusion, the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion’s rejection of Archbishop Mullally marks a significant moment in Anglican history.
By emphasizing Scripture, biblical morality, and doctrinal fidelity, the Church underscores its role as a leading voice in shaping the future of Anglicanism worldwide.
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