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  • Why non-members cannot preach in our parishes – RCCG clarifies

    Why non-members cannot preach in our parishes – RCCG clarifies

    The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has explained why a directive was given that non-members of the church should not be allowed to preach in its parishes.

    A memo hit social media on Monday, January 8, titled, “Invitation of Guest Ministers in RCCG,” dated January 5, 2024, prohibiting non-members from preaching across the units of the church.

    The memo was signed by the special assistant to the General Overseer on administration, Pastor Oladele Balogun, stating that “no external preacher, speaker or minister should be permitted on any of our altars or platforms.”

    The memo was directed to all Continental Overseers, Deputy Continental Overseers, Assistant Continental Overseers, and Pastors in charge of Regions/Provinces worldwide.

    It read: “We refer to our memo dated 14th December, 2023 with Ref: RCCG/ADM/OAB/JP/MEMO/14/12/2023 on the above subject matter, and wish to inform you that the General Overseer (Pastor Enoch Adeboye) has issued a further directive that no external preacher, speaker or minister should be permitted on any of our altars or platforms.

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    “Anyone intending to invite a guest minister, speaker or preacher to their parish must ensure that the individual is a recognised member of the RCCG.”

    The memo also warned that any minister who violated the directive would face “severe disciplinary measures” and may be relieved of their ministerial duties in the Mission.

    However, explaining the memo on Monday, the RCCG Head of Media and Public Relations, Pastor Olaitan Olubiyi, said the directive was an internal document to make sure that the doctrines of the church are strictly adhered to.

    He added that it was not a total ban but a guideline to ensure approvals were gotten before external members were invited.

    Olubiyi said: “It’s supposed to be an internal document. And it’s not a ban per se, it’s just a kind of rule or guideline. What the church is saying is that before any of our branches invite a preacher from another church or another ministry, clearance should be sought.”

    “Don’t forget that as a church, we have our doctrines, we have our beliefs, we have our practices, and we have to be sure that if anybody outside the fold is coming to preach in any of our places, the authorities have to approve and to be sure that the person flows along with our doctrine and our beliefs.

    “So it’s more of the standard maintenance of (the church).”

  • RCCG empowers 1000 young entrepreneurs

    RCCG empowers 1000 young entrepreneurs

    The Redemption City Career Fair, hosted by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) brought together over 1000 youths, focusing on promoting job creation and empowering young individuals in the pursuit of their professional aspirations.

    Over 1,000 young people from across the country attended the Career Fair which was held at The Youth Centre, Redemption City, Lagos- Ibadan Expressway.

    The Redemption City Career Fair stands as a testament to the power of collaboration between religious institutions and corporate entities in driving positive social impact.

    The event, supported by leading entities such as Lighthouse Capital, Dare Adeboye Foundation, BlakSkill, CADD Centre, Tripplex LTD, and PremiumTrust Bank, brought together Human Resources industry leaders, aspiring professionals, graduates, and students in a dynamic forum of networking and collaboration.

    It featured engaging panel discussions, a product showcase, a career clinic, a business clinic, job Interviews, and networking opportunities.

    A key supporter of the Fair, MTN Nigeria showcased its commitment to empowering the youth through technology and innovation. Lighthouse Capital and PremiumTrust Bank also played pivotal roles, providing invaluable insights into financial literacy and career development.

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    Speaking at the event, the National Overseer of RCCG, Pastor Sunday Akande delivered an inspiring address reaffirming the church’s unwavering commitment to job creation and youth empowerment.

    Akande emphasised the pivotal role of education and skills development in shaping the future of the nation, encouraging collaboration between the church and corporate partners to drive positive change.

    “We are delighted with the success of the Redemption City Career Fair and deeply appreciate the support from our partners

    “This event reflects RCCG’s dedication to nurturing a generation of empowered and skilled individuals ready to contribute meaningfully to society,”  Akande said.

    The Career Clinic featured presentations, mock interviews, and CV reviews by Human Resources (HR) Industry leaders including Toyin Lasaki, Head of HR and Administration, Knight Frank; Faith Akintunde, HR Director Nigeria & Developing Middle East Africa, Kimberly Clerk; Oluyemi Adeosun.

  • RCCG empowers 1000 young entrepreneurs

    RCCG empowers 1000 young entrepreneurs

    The Redemption City Career Fair, hosted by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), brought together over 1000 youths, focusing on promoting job creation and empowering young individuals in the pursuit of their professional aspirations.

    Over 1,000 young people from across the country attended the Career Fair which held at The Youth Centre, Redemption City, Lagos- Ibadan Express way

    The Redemption City Career Fair stands as a testament to the power of collaboration between religious institutions and corporate entities in driving positive social impact. 

    The event, supported by leading entities such as Lighthouse Capital, Dare Adeboye Foundation, BlakSkill, CADD Centre, Tripplex LTD and PremiumTrust Bank, brought together Human Resources industry leaders, aspiring professionals, graduates and students in a dynamic forum of networking and collaboration.

    The event featured engaging panel discussion, product showcase, career clinic, business clinic, job Interviews and networking opportunities.

    A key supporter of the Fair, MTN Nigeria showcased its commitment to empowering the youth through technology and innovation. Lighthouse Capital and PremiumTrust Bank also played pivotal roles, providing invaluable insights into financial literacy and career development.

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    Speaking at the event, National Overseer of RCCG, Pastor Sunday Akande who delivered an inspiring address reaffirming the church’s unwavering commitment to job creation and youth empowerment.

    Akande emphasised the pivotal role of education and skills development in shaping the future of the nation, encouraging collaboration between the church and corporate partners to drive positive change.

    “We are delighted with the success of the Redemption City Career Fair and deeply appreciate the support from our partners.

    “This event reflects RCCG’s dedication to nurturing a generation of empowered and skilled individuals ready to contribute meaningfully to society,”  Akande said.

    The Career Clinic featured presentations, mock interviews and CV review by Human Resources (HR) Industry leaders including Toyin Lasaki, Head of HR and Administration, Knight Frank; Faith Akintunde, HR Director Nigeria & Developing Middle East Africa, Kimberly Clerk; Oluyemi Adeosun.

  • RCCG threatens camp residents, guests with sanctions over dressing

    RCCG threatens camp residents, guests with sanctions over dressing

    The General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Pastor Enoch Adeboye has called out those in the habit of dressing indecently to the camp ground.

    He warned that sanctions are underway for anyone found culpable of defying the rules.

    The Redemption Camp is the International campground of the mega Pentecostal church where it holds conferences and special programmes. 

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    The riot act from the leadership of the RCCG was contained in a memo by an Assistant to the General Overseer, Oladele Balogun.

    The memo reads in part: “We wish to formally inform all residents of Redemption City that, in our commitment to preserving the city’s sanctity and upholding its esteemed ‘Holy City’ status, the mission authority is implementing stricter measures against indecent dressing throughout the city.

  • RCCG threatens camp residents, guests with sanctions over dressing

    RCCG threatens camp residents, guests with sanctions over dressing

    The General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Pastor Enoch Adeboye has called out those in the habit of dressing indecently to the camp ground. 

    He warned sanctions are underway for anyone found culpable of defying the rules.

    The Redemption Camp is the International campground of the mega Pentecostal church where it holds conferences and special programmes.  

    The riot act from the leadership of the RCCG was contained in a memo by an Assistant to the General Overseer, Oladele Balogun. 

    The memo reads in part: “We wish to formally inform all residents of Redemption City that, in our commitment to preserving the city’s sanctity and upholding its esteemed ‘Holy City’ status, the mission authority is implementing stricter measures against indecent dressing throughout the city.

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    “Henceforth, the mission authority has directed that any individual apprehended for dressing indecently will face significant sanctions, and the same punishment will also be extended to the parent or legal guardian.

    “We, therefore, strongly urge all parents/guardians to instil proper Christian and dressing ethics in their wards to prevent unnecessary embarrassment, as the security operatives and Kingsford Security have been instructed to enforce the above directives with immediate effect.

    “The security operatives and Kingsford security are hereby further directed not to allow anyone who dresses indecently to enter the Redemption City forthwith. Thank you for your continued cooperation and support.”

  • PHOTOS: RCCG donates intensive care unit to Alimoso General Hospital

    PHOTOS: RCCG donates intensive care unit to Alimoso General Hospital

    RCCG donates intensive care unit to Alimoso General Hospital

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  • RCCG spends N61bn on intervention projects — Adeboye

    RCCG spends N61bn on intervention projects — Adeboye

    Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), says the church has spent N61 billion on intervention projects across the country.

    Enoch stated this during the inauguration of Enoch and Folu Adeboye Dialysis Center at Immanuel General Hospital, in Eket Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom on Monday.

    Adeboye, represented by Pastor Idowu Iluyomade, Intercontinental Overseer, Christian Social Responsibility (CSR) of RCCG, said the centre  had been equipped with  three brand new dialysis machines, water treatment plant and 130 KVA generator.

    “We have spent over N61 billion on intervention projects in Nigeria,”Adeboye said.

    He noted that no fewer than 154 million people had benefited from the  various intervention in the last five years.

    He added that RCCG had  1,200 functioning dialysis machines in their health facilities across the country.

    “The initial beneficiary states are Ogun, Lagos, Oyo, Ondo, Bauchi, Borno, Anambra, Enugu, Akwa Ibom and Abuja.

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    “This dialysis center will be the 27th in the series of our specialised medical intervention; Intensive Care Units, dialysis centres, cancer screening centres, Primary Health Centers donated by the Love Foundation,” he said.

    He explained that the foundation had established intensive care centers in   states including Lagos, Plateau, Ogun and Ondo.

    “Today we are dedicating this dialysis centre and decision to invests in establishment of dialysis center all over the nation as part of the foundation’s  initiative for the needy.

    “We have 48,000 operating dialysis centers all over the nation and present in 197 nations of the world,” he said.

    He lamented that the foundation had 225 centres  of dialysis in the country, adding that yet,  the numbers could not address the problem of 220 million people in the country.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Love Foundation is a charity arm of the Redeemed Christian Church of God involved in various intervention projects in the areas of Socials, Education, Health, Media, Business, Art and Culture, Governance and Sports.

    He thanked Gov. Umo Eno  of Akwa Ibom for siting the dialysis center in Eket in particular and Akwa Ibom at large.

    Gov. Eno , who inaugurated the dialysis centre, said that similar dialysis centres would be established in each of the 10 federal constituencies in the state.

    “I am directing the Commissioner for Health, with critical stakeholders, to ensure they provide in each federal constituency in the state a dialysis centre.

    “Commissioner should guarantee me that between now till  June 2024, all the 10 dialysis centers will be ready because we need to  ensure that we get these facilities across to our people who have to travel too far to do dialysis,” the governor said.

    Eno noted that his administration had invested heavily in Primary Health Centres,  saying that for the additional centre being inaugurated today, the state government had already approved staff to be deployed to Immanuel General Hospital.

    He explained that staff deployed to the hospital would be trained in the 10 federal constituencies in the state.

    In his remarks, Prof. Augustine Umoh, the Akwa Ibom  Commissioner For Health, explained that one of the ways to manage kidney ailments was through dialysis.

    He said that the state government had dialysis machines in Ibom Specialist Hospital in Uyo and General Hospital at Away in Onna LGA.

    (NAN) (nannews.ng)

  • RCCG Rose of Sharon graduates 99 students from CSR vocational school

    RCCG Rose of Sharon graduates 99 students from CSR vocational school

    The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Rose of Sharon (ROS) has recently graduated not fewer than 99 students from its Christian Social Responsibility (CSR) Vocation School.

    The ceremony was held at its prestigious RCCG, GRA Ikeja Parish.

    The CSR Vocation School, now in its sixth year, has successfully graduated talented individuals after an intensive nine-month skill acquisition vocational training programme, all at no cost to the participants.

    The programme which has held three graduation ceremonies over the years offers participants the opportunity to learn various skills, including Textile Design, Digital Marketing, Catering, Hairdressing, Makeup/Gele Tying, and Fashion Designing, among others.

    To empower the graduates in their entrepreneurial journeys, the church awarded the best-graduating students from each of the five vocations a grant of N200,000 to kick-start their careers. The second-best graduating students were also given a grant of N100,000 each, while a reward of N100,000 was each given to two best-performing Instructors of the school to motivate them to do more. In total, the church provided N1,700,000 in financial support to these graduates and their instructors.

    During the graduation ceremony, Senior Pastor-in-Charge of RCCG, Rose of Sharon, Emeka Obiagwu, delivered an inspiring charge, urging graduates and attendees to cultivate unwavering focus, dedication, and a strong work ethic in the pursuit of their life goals.

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    He emphasized the importance of delivering excellent service and highlighted that skill is just as valuable as one’s character.

    Speaking on the topic, “You are a Champion (1 Sam 17: 50 – 52),” he reminded everyone that they possess the qualities required to excel in their chosen paths. He encouraged the graduates to serve as exemplary ambassadors of their training and to seize the opportunity they’ve been given to transform their lives positively.

    In his keynote address, Pharmacist Ochuko Omaruaye shared valuable insights on entrepreneurship. He stressed the competitive nature of the market and the importance of consistently improving service quality.

    He further emphasized the significance of building a loyal client base and ensuring customer satisfaction to generate referrals. He also discussed the benefits and pitfalls of utilizing social media for advertising services.

    Earlier in her opening speech, Pastor Rosemary Fowler, the minister in charge of RCCG Rose of Sharon CSR, expressed her delight and pride in the graduates’ accomplishments.

    She highlighted the profound impact of skills development and community empowerment.

  • Quick facts about RCCG Pastor Ghandi designated as soun of Ogbomosho

    Quick facts about RCCG Pastor Ghandi designated as soun of Ogbomosho

    Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde has approved the appointment of Prince Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye as the new Soun-elect of Ogbomosoland.

    The Nation reports Oba Jimoh Oyewumi, the late Soun of Ogbomoso, joined his ancestors, on December 12, 2021, hence the need to select the new king among the 23 candidates to fill the vacant stool.

    Here are quick things to know about him:

    1. Prince Ghandi was born on August 23rd 1961, and he is married with two children. He is a Pastor at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

    2. He had promised, during the selection and interview exercise, to embrace the three religion namely: Traditional, Christianity and Islam.

    3. Prince Ghandi was born to the royal family of Olaoye, one of the 5 royal families alongside the Oyewunmis and Ajagunlades in Ogbomoso.

    4. Ghandi also called “Pastor G” has been pastoring for over 30 years; starting from 1992 when he began his pastoral duties at the RCCG.

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    5. Prince Ghandi had pastored 3 RCCG churches in Nigeria before migrating to Germany where he oversaw another RCCG Parish in Bonn.

    6. He graduated in 1982 from Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria (formerly known as University of Ife) with a BA Honors in English and Literary Studies; he holds a Masters degree (MILR) in Industrial and Labor Relations with emphasis on Human Resource Management from Nigerias premiere University, University of Ibadan (1987).

    7. Ghandi had served on the Board of National Council on Privatization (NCP) which is also the Board of Bureau of Public Enterprise (B.P.E) (2017-2021)

    Ghandi is a member of the Board of Trustees of Strategy for Mentoring Initiative & Leadership Empowerment (S.M.I.L.E), a young entrepreneurship for development and a non-profit organization.

    8. He is the CEO of Peculiar People Management (PPM) and GihonRiv Limited, which are Management and Human Resource Consulting Companies based in Lagos, Nigeria and Dallas, USA.

  • KINGSLEY IKE, BUKOLA OYIGIYIGI, BRODA MARTYN, OTHERS AT ‘AN EVENING OF WORSHIP’

    THE Kingdom Music Foundation (KMF) in conjunction with Bukola Olubona popularly called Oyigiyigi on Sunday, May 19 held the first edition of the programme “An Evening of Worship” at the RCCG Higher Heights Parish, Jakande Estate, Isolo, Lagos.

    Hosted by Pastor Tunde Olubona, the event was anchored by popular on air personality, Lolo 1 of Wazobia. Members of KMF including Bukola (Vice President), Broda Martyns (President), Chuks Chudibe, Chidi Jahman among other gospel greats such as Faith Ajiboye, Pst. Kindsley Ike of the ‘Wamilele’ fame, took turns to sing songs for three hours non-stop.

    Kingsley Ike, who stormed the programme with his band all the way from Abuja, edified the crowd on the power of worship.

    “We live in a generation that prayer is the focus,” said Ike.

    “But there is another angle of prayer which is prayer in worship. This programme is tagged “Worship Warfare”, meaning that you can use your worship as an instrument or a prayer tool to also get result. So the aim is that we use our worship to get that which God has ordained for us”.

    And the atmosphere in the auditorium became charged with excitement as the trio of Kingsley, Bukola and Faith Ajiboye shared the stage, before stepping down for others.

    In the words of Opeyemi, “It was an awesome and wonderful programme. One of things I am taking away with me tonight is the words of Kingsley Ike”.

    According to Pastor Bukola Olubona (Oyigiyigi), KMF is a platform for both established and upcoming artistes.

    “The objective actually is to give up and coming gospel artistes support so that they too can have the same strength the established acts have,” she said.

    “We believe in one thing, that the sky is big enough for everyone to fly”.