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  • Church empowers youths after convention, ordains new pastor

    Church empowers youths after convention, ordains new pastor

    Victory Life Bible Church International (VLBC Int’l) has honoured the legacy of Reverend Fola Achudume at the end of its Youth On Fire Convention: ‘Alive’ with ordination of David Achudume as a pastor.

     In a gathering at the church’s headquarters in Abeokuta, President of Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Francis Oke, delivered a tribute before the ordination of David, son of Apostle Lawrence and Reverend Fola Achudume.

    He said: “We honour Reverend Fola Achudume. We celebrate her life, knowing her legacy will continue to inspire and empower all.

    “David, you have been chosen to carry the mantle of your mother’s legacy. You have demonstrated dedication, discipline, and a heart for God. Step up your relationship with God, and go forth into the world, building upon foundations laid by your mother.

    ‘‘Exceed her achievements, and spread the gospel with passion! May God bless and prosper you all. May Reverend Fola’s legacy continue to inspire and empower us to greatness.”

    Earlier, Apostle Achudume noted importance of youth entrepreneurship.

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    “Youths must be self-reliant! Create your opportunities, innovate, and take charge of your destiny. The future belongs to entrepreneurs, not employees. My wife’s vision was to equip young people with skills and resources to succeed,” he said.

    In memory of his spouse, he presented cash to youths and young entrepreneurs, championing Fola’s vision of empowering the next generation.

    He added: “My wife, Fola, believed in the potential of young people, particularly teenagers and youths.

    She was passionate about empowering them with skills and knowledge. In line with her vision, some will also receive free training in fashion design and tailoring.

    ‘‘This keeps her legacy alive, supporting her conviction youths are our to a transformative tomorrow.”

  • Day Abeokuta stood still for Fola Achudume

    Day Abeokuta stood still for Fola Achudume

    Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital on Wednesday and Thursday, stood still as eminent Nigerians, religious leaders, and political bigwigs from across the country converged on the rock city to bid farewell to the wife of the Founder and Lead Pastor of Victory Life Bible Church International, Apostle Lawrence Achudume.

    A first timer in Abeokuta would definitely know that something remarkable and epoch-making was going on in the relatively quiet City.

    The long convoy that welcomed the body at the popular NNPC Junction on the morning of Wednesday was a clear testament to the fact that the late Reverend Fola Achudume was well-loved and held in high esteem by many.

    The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, who was stood in for by his Deputy, Engineer Noimot Salako-Oyedelè while extolling the virtues of the late fiery cleric, described her as a true ambassador of Christ and a champion for women.

    “Reverend Achudume was an embodiment of grace and strength, committed to creating a better society,” Governor Abiodun said.

    He urged the Achudume family, members of the congregation, associates, and well-wishers to be consoled in the fact that the late ‘woman-of-many-parts’ was already resting in the bosom of her Creator.

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    Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun,  wife of the Ogun State governor,  while paying tributes to the late preacher, explained that her preaching and ministrations were so captivating and life-changing, describing her as a  ‘General in God’s Army’ whose made impact in the vineyard of God, community and humanity as a whole would remain evergreen.

    “Her passing is a deep loss, but her legacy of love, compassion, and service will continue to inspire us all,” she remarked.

    The Akwa-Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, who was also on hand to honour the Achudumes showered encomiums on the late Reverend Achudume’s life of devotion and service, referring to her as an ‘Aamazon,’ whose contributions to the uplift of women and youth were very remarkable.