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  • Adeboye, Oyebanji, others for Ekiti crusade

    Adeboye, Oyebanji, others for Ekiti crusade

    The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christians Church of God (R.C.C.G.), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, will on Monday hold a one-day open crusade in Ilogbo-Ekiti, a community in Ido/Osi Local Government Area of Ekiti-State, South-West, Nigeria.

    Among the dignitaries expected at the crusade is the Governor of Ekiti State, Mr. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji and members of his cabinet, members of the state House of Assembly, top traditional leaders and religious leaders within and outside the state.

    The crusade, tagged “Operation Light Up Ilogbo-Ekiti”, is organized by Ilogbo-Ekiti Roundtable Development Initiative (IRDI), a non-for-profit organization formed by some well-meaning sons and daughters of the community, such as Pastor Oladele Bamigboye, a prominent Pastor in the RCCG, Dr. Omojola Awosusi, a former Registrar of the Ekiti State University, Prof. Sunday Olayemi, a Consultant Clinical Pharmacologist in LUTH, Rt. Hon. Chief Adetunji Orisalade, former Deputy Speaker of Ekiti State House of Assembly, Pastor David Ajayi (United Kingdom), Mr. Olufemi Aina, a Deputy Controller in the Nigerian Customs Service, Brigadier General Ibukun Adewa (Rtd), Commandant of Amotekun Corps, Ekiti State, Pastor James Onaolapo (USA), amongst others.

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    According to a statement signed by the President of IRDI, Professor Raphael Olusola Aluko at the weekend, the objective of the event is to pray for the prosperity and development of the Ilogbo-Ekiti community and all her sons and daughters worldwide and the good people of Ekiti State.

    Aluko, a Professor of Architecture at the Federal University, Oye Ekiti, said “we are very delighted to be hosting a globally respected anointed man of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye in our community on behalf of the good people of Ekiti State. This is not just an event for the Ilogbo-Ekiti community. It is a State-wide event and His Excellency, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji will be on the ground with members of his cabinet to receive our guest.

    He added that “the IRDI has made the programme a 7-day event which will feature daily crusade, Free Medical Outreach and distribution of food items to the aged, widows and the other strains of the vulnerable. All traditional rulers, religious leaders, and parishioners of R.C.C.G. in Ekiti State and neighboring states are expected at the crusade.”

  • Adeboye calls on Christian soldiers to rise for righteousness

    Adeboye calls on Christian soldiers to rise for righteousness

    By Olakunle Yusuf

    The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has called on the Christian soldiers around the world to stand up and fight for righteousness in the face of modern-day challenges.

    The RCCG leader said this while speaking ahead of the church’s annual programme which will be held between  December 9 to 15, 2024, at the Redemption City, Mowe, Ogun State, Nigeria.

    The theme of this year’s programme is ‘Onward Christian Soldiers.’

    Pastor Adeboye has long believed in the importance of a new generation of Christians who are willing to go beyond their comfort zones and dedicate their lives to spreading the Gospel.

    Adeboye called on a new breed of believers—particularly young adults—to step up, take risks, and lay down their lives for a higher purpose.

    A steadfast proponent of bold, courageous faith, Adeboye sees the current generation as being uniquely positioned to carry the torch of revival.

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    Adeboye himself has mirrored this courageous faith. He left the safety and comfort of city life to establish one of the largest Christian auditoriums in the world—Redemption City. This monumental decision, made with little more than faith and trust in God’s guidance, has since transformed the lives of millions of believers.

    “The call to serve God is not a vacation,” Adeboye said. “It is our vocation. It’s time to stop sitting on the sidelines and begin the journey of faith. We cannot wait for everything to be perfect; we must move now.”

    In his message, Adeboye acknowledged the challenges that come with living courageously. He pointed to the example of Abraham, whose faith was counted as righteousness (Genesis 15:6). Just as Abraham was willing to take the first step without knowing the full outcome, Christians today are urged to trust God, even when the road ahead is unclear.

    Adeboye also reminded believers that a life of faith is not without its costs. “There may be misunderstandings, sacrifices, and challenges along the way. But he believes that those who endure and remain faithful will see the fulfillment of God’s promises.

    “Faith is not the absence of fear,” Adeboye said, “It’s responding in spite of fear. Courage is the key.”

    As the Holy Ghost Congress approaches, Christians worldwide are being invited to renew their commitment to the call of Christ, to live lives of purpose, and to rise as soldiers for the Kingdom. The world, Adeboye asserted, needs Christian soldiers who are bold, unwavering, and ready to make an eternal impact.

  • Adeboye reiterates position on national issues

    The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has reiterated his position on key national issues and the overall well-being of Nigeria.

    In a statement on Wednesday at the National Headquarters of the Church, he reaffirmed his commitment to the umbrella Christian organizations that are mandated to speak on issues affecting the Church and the nation as a whole.

    The statement, signed by RCCG’ Head, Media & Public Relations, Pastor Olaitan Olubiyi, said: “As in the past, that the views of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) and Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) represented his position and that of the RCCG.

    “Pastor Adeboye, himself a one-time PFN President, noted that the aforementioned Christian bodies had spoken on the issues of kidnapping, killing of Christians, herdsmen attacks and general insecurity in Nigeria and that his position and that of the RCCG was not different from their expressed views.

    “Besides, as a Pastor and spiritual father to millions of people in Nigeria and across the world, he regularly leads the congregation to pray over the problems confronting the nation at all major programmes of the Church.”

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    Pastor Adeboye, according to Olubiyi, said, to be quiet does not mean that you are silent, disclosed that he had made his views on the issues known to all the relevant authorities. He declared that very soon, Nigerians shall see that God answers prayers. He enjoined all to remain calm and maintain the peace.

    It went further: “The RCCG leader had always called the congregation to prayers against kidnapping, bloodshed and general insecurity at the monthly all-night Holy Ghost Service held at the Redemption Camp. For instance, at the July Holy Ghost Service

    “That was four days before a group of students and youths under the leadership of some notable artistes like Baba Fryo, Charley Boy and Eedris Abdulkarim came to the Redemption Camp.

    “According to the group, they had come to show their unhappiness with his supposed silence over killings of Christians, establishment of cattle camps called RUGA and kidnapping in the Pastor Adeboye led the congregation in supplication for God’s mercy on Nigeria after speaking on the negative consequences of bloodshed and inhumanity.”

  • Ungrateful people never last long – Adeboye

    Ungrateful people never last long – Adeboye

    General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye has admonished members of the church to demonstrate gratitude to God at all times.

    This occurred in an early Sunday morning address at the Redemption Camp Grounds, Simawa in Ogun State on the occasion of the Monthly March Holy Ghost Service which also coincided with the commemoration of his 76th birthday tagged “Stronger than your enemies 3.”

    “Ungrateful people never last long. They are never successful. Worthy of note is Samson. The Army of a whole nation came for him. Enemies surrounded him and he uprooted the gate.

    “But his eyes always looked at strange women. Samson never said Thank-you to God as some of us Christians forget to do.” Adeboye said

    The soft spoken preacher cited several instances in which Christians failed to give glory to God, pressing on the importance of gratitude to God in all times and circumstances.

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    “Gratitude is not by word of mouth alone. Your life must praise God. Grateful people never offend God; they keep on soaring.”

    Daddy G.O also spoke about his vision of God to build him a city. He spoke of how he held onto God’s promise of building a city which has gradually taken place.

    “We are haven’t arrived yet, when we do, I will tell you.”

  • Aregbesola pays tribute to Adeboye

    Aregbesola pays tribute to Adeboye

    … says he is voice of peace in troubled world

    Governor of Osun State,  Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has described the founder and Global General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye,  as ‘the voice of peace and comfort in a troubled and edgy world’ and harbinger of hope to millions of souls across the world.

    Aregbesola dropped this accolade in a message commemorating the 76th birthday of the foremost man of God on Friday.

    The Governor, in a statement by his Media Adviser, Mr. Sola Fasure, described Pastor Adeboye as a beacon of hope for the numerous hopeless souls, reconciling them with God through his sermons and evangelical engagements all over the world.

    Aregbesola said few people are chosen by God for this kind of evangelical assignment in a generation, saying such chosen few are rare breed and special creation, who sparingly graces this earthly terrain.

    The Governor noted that Pastor Adeboye is an epitome and embodiment of knowledge, deep faith and a messenger who spread the word of God across the globe untiringly despite his graceful old age.

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    According to the Governor, the arrival of the man of God at the threshold of 76 years is an august occasion, which is very special to his congregation across the globe, Nigeria, the State of Osun, friend and well-wishers across other faiths.

    The statement read: “Some individuals, very few of them, are specially chosen by the creator to be a blessing to their generation. One of such is Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, the Global General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), who clocked 76 years.

    “Pastor Adeboye is a well-educated man who gave up his brilliant academic career to do the work of God. He is a man of deep faith with apostolic fervour who has taken Christian evangelism to the nooks and crannies of this nation and the uttermost parts of the world.

    “There is virtually no community in Nigeria where his church is not firmly established or any part of the world where there is no parish of the RCCG.

    “He is also a man of prodigious energy. Even at 76, he doesn’t appear to be slowing down, but his light continues to shine brighter and brighter. He is personally a very humble and meek man. He radiates love and deep affectation, always welcoming all and generous to a fault. He played fatherly role to all.

    “His accommodation knows no bound, transcending, religious, ethnic and class lines. I have found his calming words very assuring even at my most challenging times, whenever I am privileged to meet him.

    “He is a voice of peace and comfort in a troubled and edgy world; bringing hope to the hopeless and reconciliation with God to the faithless, through his sermons and evangelical engagements all over the world.

    He is the essential Omoluabi, a gift from our state, Osun, to the world. He has brought honour and glory to our state, indeed the Yoruba race, in particular his Ijesa homestead. He deserves therefore to be celebrated and honored. I congratulate this great man of God on this very special occasion.

    “On behalf of my family, the government and the good people of Osun, I wish this invaluable jewel a very happy birthday and many more decades of service to humanity.”, the statement read.

  • Get your PVC, Adeboye urges members

    Get your PVC, Adeboye urges members

    General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye has enjoined members of the church to get their Permanent Voters Card ( PVC ) ahead of the forthcoming General elections.

    This occurred in a final address early Saturday morning at the Redemption Camp Grounds, Simawa in Ogun State on the occasion of the Monthly February Holy Ghost Service tagged “Stronger than your enemies 2.”

    Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye encouraged his members to shun mass apathy and participate in the forthcoming elections. He also advised the congregation to register by all means and secure their future with their Permanent Voters Card (PVC).

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    “Make sure you collect your Permanent Voters Card. Do not mind the hassles in going back and forth or returning a week later to collect your card. Make sure you register.

    The soft spoken preacher urged his audience to secure their future by voting their choice in the elections.

    “Your PVC holds the power to determine your future,” he added.

  • Nigeria ‘ll be great again, says Adeboye

    Nigeria ‘ll be great again, says Adeboye

    The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has urged Nigerians to remain hopeful, as the country would be great again.

    He spoke on Sunday at his 72nd birthday message at the national headquarters of the RCCG in Ebute-Meta, Lagos.

    Adeboye said Nigeria belonged to God, adding that no matter what it was going through, it would be great again.

    Speaking through his Special Assistant on Administration and Personnel, Pastor Johnson Odesola, Adeboye noted: This year,“2014, is a glorious one and a new beginning for as many that will put their trust in God and not in man in the face of the challenges facing the country.”

    He decried the insurgency in the North, which has led to the killing of innocent people, saying: “We cannot agree to the terms of Boko Haram, as the condition that Western education is a sin is terrible. But let us hear them out while we also apply the use of force to curb attacks on innocent people.”

    Adeboye said the Boko Haram insurgency would soon end, as Nigerians in the past experienced religious crises and God intervened.