Author: Providence News

Archbishop Osa-Oni Charges Political Candidates on Issue-Based Campaigns; OBE Reaffirms Commitment to Serve with God’s Grace Archbishop John Osa-Oni has charged political candidates to run issue-based campaigns, remain accountable to the electorate, and render excellent service to the public in appreciation of the trust reposed in them as elected representatives. Archbishop Osa-Oni gave the charge when Hon. Monsuru Oloyede Bello (OBE), the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Oshodi-Isolo Federal Constituency II, paid a courtesy visit to him. The visit coincided with the monthly fellowship of the leadership and members of the International Ministers Fellowship (IMF) held at the…

NCPC CELEBRATES FIRST LADY, SEN. OLUREMI TINUBU AT 66 The Board and Management of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, NCPC, celebrate the Mother of the Nation, Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, on the occasion of her 66th birthday anniversary. In a birthday message, the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Bishop Prof. Stephen Adegbite, said: “I join the family of God, the Board and Management of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, friends, and well-wishers to celebrate a remarkable woman, a loving mother, a gracious First Lady, and a vessel of honour in God’s hands.” He added: “At 66, we…

Bewitched Away From the Cross (Part 2) By Babatunde Olugboji Apostle Paul’s question in Galatians 3:1 often evokes astonishment. This week, we’ll conclude a mini-series we started last week that sheds light on this important question. Here, Paul speaks with deep pastoral urgency: “O foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you?” Very sharp words, not because he dislikes the Galatians, but because he loves them too much to watch them drift from the truth. Paul is shocked that believers who once received the message of Christ crucified with clarity are now being drawn away into spiritual confusion. Speaking about righteousness,…

Enitan Osa-Oni, Shade Toyin-Kehinde, Femi-Asiwaju, Others Call on Mothers to Wake Up and Save Generations Rev. Mrs. Enitan Osa-Oni and other concerned women have called on Nigerian women to take their rightful places in their homes and families. Rev. Mrs. Enitan Osa-Oni made the call while speaking on the topic, “Women of Foresight,” during the 2026 International Women’s Conference held at the Agape Generation International Church, Maryland, Lagos. The conference was themed, “Guardians of Generations: Women Who Preserve Destiny.” She said many of the problems in society today exist because mothers are absent from their roles, leaving children to…

Bewitched Away from the Cross (Part 1) – By Babatunde Olugboji The question the Apostle Paul asked in Galatians 3:1 often evokes incredulity. And this is what we will be examining in a mini-series that will conclude next week. Paul speaks with deep pastoral urgency: “O foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you?” His words are sharp, because he loves them too much to watch them drift from the truth, and not because he hates them. Paul is shocked that believers who once received the message of Christ crucified with clarity are now being drawn away into spiritual confusion. To…

We are on The Right Path Towards Building A Culture of Integrity and Ethical Conduct – Adegbite, NCPC Boss The Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, NCPC, has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting ethical conduct, transparency and accountability in the discharge of its mandate. In a release signed by Celestine Toruka, the Director Media and Public Relations, NCPC, the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Bishop Prof. Stephen Adegbite, made this assertion on Wednesday, 9th September, 2026, during a sensitisation workshop organised by the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit, ACTU, of the Commission in collaboration with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related…

Rev Dr Mary Oluwatunbi Celebrate Life At 67, Advocate Intentional Parenting with A Book Launch  Rev Dr Mary Bosede Oluwatunbi is a graduate of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, and a quantity surveyor by profession. She is a mother, grandmother, friend, and devoted servant of God. She recently celebrated her 67th birthday — 67 years of life, grace, wisdom, impact and resilience. The milestone was marked with a new chapter of her life to be read through the launching of her new book, INTENTIONAL PARENTING – Raising Thriving and Faithful Kids. In this interview with Gracious Akintayo, she reflects…

Archbishop Martins Ordains Priests, Call For Nigerian Participation in 2027 General Elections By Uchenna Eletuo The Lagos Catholic Archbishop, Most.Rev. Alfred Adewale Martins, on Thursday, ordained 14 seminarians deacons and elevated six diaconates to priesthood, and charged Nigerians to vote at coming 2027 general elections to enthrone good leaders. Archbishop Martins, the Chief Shepherd at ordination held at the Church of the Ascension, Airport Road, Ikeja Lagos, tasked the priests on selfless service to the Church and and to the society. Martins, gave the admonition after the candidates for the ordination have pledged their loyalty to the Church and…

FORMER CMD, UATH, DR PETER ALABI AND WIFE CELEBRATE 33RD WEDDING ANNIVERSARY The former Chief Medical Director of the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, UATH, Gwagwalada, Dr. Peter Alabi, and his wife celebrated their 33 years of marriage, describing their union as a testimony of God’s faithfulness, love, resilience and commitment. In a statement by Celestine Toruka, marking the milestone, the couple said the 33 years have been “battles fought and victories won,” and years of “repeatedly choosing each other.” “When we said ‘I do’ 33 years ago, we had no idea how far God would carry us. But…

THE DANGER OF DELAY (Part 3) By Babatunde Olugboji This week, we conclude our series examining the biblical principles surrounding what we have called “The Sin of Someday” – more commonly known as procrastination. Procrastination is the intentional delay of something that ought to be done. For some, it is an occasional weakness; for others, it gradually becomes a way of life. We find ourselves saying, “I’ll take care of it tomorrow. I’ll deal with it later. I’ll start when the time is right.” Although the word procrastination does not appear explicitly in Scripture, the Bible repeatedly warns us…