What began as a faith-driven vision has grown into one of the UK’s quietly impactful humanitarian movements. The Liberty Army UK, founded and led by Nigerian prophet, publisher, and trained pharmacist Bishop Chris Kwakpovwe, is fast becoming a lifeline for vulnerable individuals and families across the United Kingdom through faith, compassion, and practical action.
At the heart of this success story is the Liberty Army Food Bank, a bold initiative tackling hunger, hardship, and social exclusion head-on. Through strategic partnerships with food redistribution networks such as FareShare and community-led initiatives like Liberty Foodbank under Liberty Christian Ministries, the organisation provides essential food supplies to people who would otherwise go without. From food parcels and emergency relief to sustained community outreach, The Liberty Army UK has positioned itself where need is greatest.
What sets the Liberty Army apart is its model: faith expressed through service. Beyond food distribution, the charity supports individuals facing economic hardship, displacement, loneliness, and crisis offering dignity alongside sustenance. Volunteers and partners work tirelessly to ensure that help reaches the elderly, struggling families, migrants, and those affected by rising living costs across UK communities.
Speaking on the driving force behind the mission, Bishop Chris Kwakpovwe anchors the work firmly in Scripture and purpose: “Our mission is summed up in Isaiah 61 (NIV): ‘The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the broken-hearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners… to comfort all who mourn, and provide for those who grieve in Zion to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair.’”
Under Bishop Kwakpovwe’s leadership, The Liberty Army UK has translated this scripture into daily action feeding the hungry, restoring hope, and rebuilding dignity. The Liberty Army Food Bank has become a symbol of how faith-based organisations can play a crucial role in social welfare, especially during challenging economic times.
The charity’s rapid growth reflects Bishop Kwakpovwe’s unique blend of spiritual leadership, organisational discipline, and humanitarian vision. His background in healthcare and publishing has helped shape a structure that is both compassionate and effective, ensuring resources are distributed responsibly and sustainably.
