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  • Apapa family hosts Adeboye, others

    Apapa family hosts Adeboye, others

    The 8th annual festival of music, worship and insightful sermons of the Apapa branch of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) is set to hold.

    The theme of the festival that comes up on June 7 at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, is excel.

    A statement by the Pastor-in-Charge of the Region, Idowu Iluyomade, said the focus would be to harness the thrust of change championed by the Apapa family since the inception of the programme.

    Expected to Minister is the event is the General Overseer of the RCCG, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, who will speak on the topic: ‘Riding on the wings of change’.

    Ministering in songs are Wale Adenuga, Frank Edwards and Nathaniel Bassey.

    There would also be free medical check-ups and meals for participants.

  • Fulfill your promises, Adeboye tells Buhari, others

    Fulfill your promises, Adeboye tells Buhari, others

    The general overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has tasked the President- elect, General Muhammadu Buhari and other elected officials to make frantic efforts to fulfill their electioneering promises.

    He spoke with newsmen at the RCCG Headquarters, Throne of Grace, Ebute-Metta while congratulating the winners and other contestants in the just concluded 2015 general elections.

    Adeboye, who spoke through his Special Adviser on Personnel and Administration, Pastor Johnson Odesola, said: “Nigerians are expecting positive change in all areas of their lives; change in the healthcare sector, education, infrastructure, governance and reduction of the wide spate of corruption in public and private sector across the country.

    “If you say a word, you must stick to it. We must be truthful to our campaign promises. Please make frantic effort to achieving them.”

    He congratulated the winners and urged them to be magnanimous in victory and follow through on their campaign promises.

    He noted that there were no losers in the elections because they could always seek another opportunity to serve the people some other time.

    Adeboye, who restated his commitment to love and play a fatherly role to everyone no matter their political affiliations, said:  “I am a father to all. No matter the party you belong, I love everyone and would always be there to give my blessings and counsel to everybody.”

     He commended the Chairman of the Independent Electoral Commission, (INEC), Prof Attahiru Jega, for bringing his knowledge, integrity and forthrightness to bear in the process, saying it remains a watershed in the nation

     According to him: “In my lifetime, I have experience eight elections; this is one of the best elections in Nigeria. I am happy to be living in a time like this.”

  • Adeboye, Bamiloye, others win award

    The general overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, (RCCG) Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has won the integrity and character personality of the year at the 2015 Applause Achievers awards in Lagos.

    The award organised in honour of the 73th birthday of Adeboye, was organised by Salvation Crusaders Media in collaboration with the RCCG Drama Ministry.

    Its president, Pastor David Atoloye, said Adeboye was chosen for the award to celebrate his commitment to integrity, humility and steadfastness.

    Adeboye and other awardees, he said, were examples of those working in God’s vineyard without thinking of personal and immediate rewards.

    The President of the Mount Zion Christian Drama Ministry, Evangelist Mike Bamiloye, won the ICON of Christian Drama award while Shola Agboola of Evom World Outreach’s Open secret won the movie of the year award.

    Other awardees include Lagos state governor, Raji Fashola, as best supportive governor of the year while Pastor Tony Rapu emerged as best mission supporting ministry.

    Ayotunde Ayeloye was chosen as best actress of the year while Hail my king featuring Frank Edwards, Eben and Kenny K’ore won the album of the year award.

    The national director of the RCCG Drama ministry, Pastor Segun Adegbiji, said the awards were in celebration of the tremendous impact that drama and music ministers make for the kingdom.

    He explained it was necessary to celebrate the pool of talented, skillful and impact- driven Christians in the church to avoid losing them to the world.

    According to him: “We want to encourage our Christian artistes to stay in the kingdom regardless of the various challenges that they may encounter.”

    Responding to the recognition, a former R&B- turned gospel singer, Obiora Obiwon, said that the award was welcome development to the singing and drama ministry in Nigeria.

  • Adeboye, Bamiloye, others win award

    The general overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, (RCCG) Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has won the integrity and character personality of the year at the 2015 Applause Achievers awards in Lagos.

    The award organised in honour of the 73th birthday of Adeboye, was organised by Salvation Crusaders Media in collaboration with the RCCG Drama Ministry.

    Its president, Pastor David Atoloye, said Adeboye was chosen for the award to celebrate his commitment to integrity, humility and steadfastness.

    Adeboye and other awardees, he said, were examples of those working in God’s vineyard without thinking of personal and immediate rewards.

    The President of the Mount Zion Christian Drama Ministry, Evangelist Mike Bamiloye, won the ICON of Christian Drama award while Shola Agboola of Evom World Outreach’s Open secret won the movie of the year award.

    Other awardees include Lagos state governor, Raji Fashola, as best supportive governor of the year while Pastor Tony Rapu emerged as best mission supporting ministry.

    Ayotunde Ayeloye was chosen as best actress of the year while Hail my king featuring Frank Edwards, Eben and Kenny K’ore won the album of the year award.

    The national director of the RCCG Drama ministry, Pastor Segun Adegbiji, said the awards were in celebration of the tremendous impact that drama and music ministers make for the kingdom.

    He explained it was necessary to celebrate the pool of talented, skillful and impact- driven Christians in the church to avoid losing them to the world.

    According to him: “We want to encourage our Christian artistes to stay in the kingdom regardless of the various challenges that they may encounter.”

    Responding to the recognition, a former R&B- turned gospel singer, Obiora Obiwon, said that the award was welcome development to the singing and drama ministry in Nigeria.

  • My prayer for Adeboye at 73

    SIR: On this occasion of your 73rd birthday, my family and I join several Nigerians in congratulating you. I also seize this opportunity to say a heartfelt thank you for your ceaseless prayers for Nigeria and Nigerians.

    Your continued dedication to the service of God has drawn the admiration of many within Nigeria and around the globe.

    I pray that God in His infinite mercy grant you renewed strength and health, and the grace of many more years to provide your most distinguished pastoral care and leadership to Nigerians and the international Christian community.

    Happy birthday and more of God’s blessing on you and your family, amen.

     

    • Pastor (Dr) Olu Onagoruwa SAN, OFR

    Alagomeji, Yaba, Lagos.

  • Aregbesola greets Adeboye at 73

    Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola has described Pastor Enoch Adeboye as a detribalised Nigerian.

    In a congratulatory message on the 73rd birthday of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, the governor said Pastor Adeboye had lived a truly inspiring life dedicated to service in the vineyard of the Lord worthy of emulation.

    “We want to use this occasion of Pa Adeboye’s 73rd birthday to remind Nigerians that he symbolises peace and truth and that he has lived a truly inspiring life of dedicated service in the vineyard of the Lord.

    “On behalf of my family, government and the people, we wish Baba a happy birthday. We pray that God will grant him long life and the grace to continue to do that which will benefit Nigeria and the world.”

  • Buhari greets Adeboye at 73

    ALL Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate General Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the Gen Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, on his 73rd birthday.

    In a statement by the Director of Media and Publicity APC presidential campaign organisation, Mallam Garba Shehu, Gen Buhari described Pastor Adeboye as a peace-loving citizen, saying: “Your role as a nation-builder is being acknowledged by all, and I enjoin you to continue in your service to God and humanity.”

  • Jonathan greets Adeboye at 73

    Jonathan greets Adeboye at 73

    President Goodluck Jonathan has paid glowing tribute to the “productive spiritual leadership” being offered by Pastor Enoch Adeboye for members of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) and Nigerians.

    In a congratulatory letter to the General Overseer of the RCCG on the occasion of his 73rd birthday today, President Jonathan also expressed his profound appreciation of the prayerful support which the cleric has given to the present administration.

    A statement by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati said: “It gives me great pleasure to felicitate with you on the occasion of your 73rd birthday.

    “Our administration and the Nigerian nation owe you a debt of gratitude for your prayerful support and the productive spiritual leadership you continue to provide, not just for the millions that constitute the membership of the Redeemed Christian Church of God across the world, but also for the entire body of Christ in Nigeria.

    “On a personal level, I have left every meeting with you greatly strengthened and deeply inspired by your steadfast faith and  commitment to the peace, stability, growth and development of our dear nation.

    “I pray that Almighty God continues to imbue you with robust health and enduring fulfillment in the many more years of worthy service ahead of you,” President Jonathan wrote.

    He wished Pastor Adeboye very happy birthday celebrations.

  • Adeboye: 2015, a year of new era

    The General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God, (RCCG),Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has charged Nigerians to always exhibit a grateful heart to God for them to experience supernatural breakthrough, success and open doors in 2015.

    Adeboye made this known last Sunday at the special thanksgiving and prayer programme organised by the RCCG, Headquarters, Throne of Grace Parish, Ebute-Metta, Lagos.

    According to him, Nigeria has so many reasons to thank God because despite our troubles the fact that there has been no war and our economy is standing strong we should be grateful.

    According to him:  “We are a spoilt nation because we have everything in abundance. We should still be grateful to God because in spite of the fact that we waste our resources, we are still the most formidable economy in Africa and that is what God can do.”

    Adeboye, who spoke through his Special Assistant on Personnel and Administration, Pastor Johnson Odesola, opined that Nigerians all over the world are well respected because of our aptitude, can- do spirit, resilience, passion, knowledge and wisdom, which have earned us some degree of respect all over the world.

    On 2015, he said: “We should expect the usual because what looks like a problem in 2014 will become our promotion.

    “What looked like our test for last year will become our testimony, and all our trials last year will be our triumph. That is why it is a new era.”

    Adeboye opined that Nigerians should relax because we are in the hand of God, and when God carries his people, he carries them successfully.

    He advised the federal and state governments to invest heavily in the agricultural and manufacturing sector, in 2015 as a way of cushioning the effect of the dwindling revenue in the oil market.

    “We need to revisit our policies that make the state dependent on the federal government and every state should look inward as there are abundant resources that they have which when harnessed is enough for them to survive,” he said.

    He lamented that since the discovery of oil, successive governments have paid lip service to the agricultural sector which was the mainstay in the then north, south and western regions in Nigeria.

  • Adeboye opens UI Zoo

    Adeboye opens UI Zoo

    The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, inaugurated yesterday the Zoological Garden of the University of Ibadan (UI).

    Pastor Adeboye, who was at the institution for his annual prayer programme, was full of joy seeing the upgraded zoological garden.

    Accompanied by some church elders, including Felix Ohiwerei and Prof. Fola Aboaba, the cleric prayed to God to give all visitors to the garden a miracle.

    The Director of the garden, Dr Morohunkeji Olajumoke, praised Pastor Adeboye for donating N25 million, in two tranches, as his commitment to the project.

    She described Pastor Adeboye’s love for animals as “amazing.”

    Pastor Adeboye explained his love for animals, saying God created them before man. He added that unlike man, animals are predictable.

    The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Isaac Adewole, hailed the cleric for his special love for the university.