President Tinubu Appoints Lagos CAN Chairman, others as New Board of Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the following 9 qualified Nigerians to serve on the new board of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC). According to a State House release signed by the Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity), Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the newly board members whose appointment is with immediate effect are; Colonel Aloche Adole – Chairman Dr. Stephen Adegbite – Secretary Omowumi Olubunmi Ogunlola – Member, South West Clement Alobu Nweke – Member, South East Chief Prince Weli Wosu…
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What Kind of Race do Believers Run? By Babatunde Olugboji Hebrews 12: 1 says: “Since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” What kind of race do believers run? Who sets the race strictures? Do we define the purpose of the race? The statement draws from the rich imagery of the footraces of ancient Israel, Greece, and the amphitheaters of Rome. It was written to encourage and challenge believers to persevere…
BOOK REVIEW: Introducing: “Fundraising As Fun: A Practical Guide to Youth Fundraisers” by Dr. Eric Ighalo …your go-to resource for transforming fundraising into an engaging and enjoyable experience for young leaders. This ebook is not just a guide; it’s a roadmap to successful and entertaining fundraising campaigns that empower and inspire. Benefits: Empower Youth Leaders: Dr. Eric Ighalo shares insights and strategies to empower young leaders, instilling confidence and a sense of responsibility in fundraising endeavors. Engaging Activities: Bid farewell to mundane fundraisers! Discover a plethora of exciting and interactive fundraising activities tailored to capture the attention and enthusiasm of…
THE GOLIATH OPPORTUNITY By Dr. Segun ‘TREMENDOUS’ Oshinaga As we approach the new year, it’s important to put all that didn’t work or hindered us in the past year behind us and set our sights on the opportunities and blessings inherent in the new year 2024. It is prophetically significant. It’s my conviction that when God wants to bless and lift us, he throws or allows huge troubles to come our way. The word ‘Goliath’ is defined in the dictionary as someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful. Synonyms: behemoth, colossus, giant, monster. How does a monster become…
Too Many Churches Without Kingdom Message –Dr. David Aboderin The General Overseer, Faith Family Bible Church, Ojodu, Lagos and the host/Convener of Joint Christian Ministers’ Crusade (JCMC), Dr. David Kayode Aboderin has called on the Nigerian Church leaders and ministers of the gospel to drop doctrinal and church tradition teachings, and return to Bible principles and kingdom messages as practically taught and laid down by the Lord Jesus Christ. Dr. Aboderin made this call at the 2024 annual Fresh Fire Conference themed, “The KINGDOM – and this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached”, held at Alpha Mission International Prayer…
Understanding the Fruit-Gifts Relationship (4) By Babatunde Olugboji Happy New Year! This week marks the conclusion of the 4-part series on the relationship between the fruit of the Spirit and the gift of the Spirit as we transition to 2024. Do you know that you can retain your gifts whether or not we’re growing in a relationship with Christ? People can have them regardless of their character. Remember, gifts attract, fruit retains. A person’s gift makes room for him and brings him before great men. (Proverbs 18:16) Gifts get you to an elevated place, fruit keeps you there. Gifts may…
SIMAWA RESIDENTS PROTEST 3 YEARS OF DARKNESS, Cut Black Cake to Celebrate at IBDEC Head Office Residents of Simawa in Sagamu Local Government Area of Ogun State recently stormed the Headquarters of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) at Ring Road in Ibadan carrying different placards and dressed in black attires to protest against the poor services of IBEDC to the community which has led to throwing the community into three years of darkness. Speaking on behalf of the community, the Secretary of the Simawa Independent Power Project, Aare Asoludero of Simawa, Chief Kolade Segun-Okeowo said the community has made…
Lagos CAN Condemns Latest Plateau Attack, Calls for apprehension of perpetrators The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Lagos State has condemned the recent attacks on several communities in Bokkos and Barkin Ladi Local Government areas of Plateau State by persons suspected to be terrorists which has left over 150 persons dead. In a release made available by the Special Adviser to the Chairman on Media and Strategic Communications, Rev. Oladapo Daramola, the Chairman of the Christian umbrella body in Lagos, Bishop Stephen Adegbite said the terrorist act is one too many and something drastic needs to be done. In his…
There’s No Way to Preach the Gospel Without Money – Archbishop John Osa-Oni …Tinubu will perform creditably, he assured. Archbishop John Adebayo Alagbala Osa-Oni is the Prelate and Archbishop of the Vineyard Christian Churches Inc., with other networks of Churches around the world. He is the Vice President, South West Zone, Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN). He recently hosted the church annual word conference, themed, “Thriving in Critical Times” and was conferred with Honourary Fellowship Award of Edo State Polytechnic, Usen during the institution 5th convocation ceremony, he also, received the Honourary award of Doctor of Divinity from Prayer and…
Widows Deserve Relevance, Recognition, Respect and Royalty Treatment – Pastor (Mrs.) Josephine Femi-Asiwaju Pastor (Mrs.) Josephine Ambe Femi-Asiwaju is the senior pastor of Word of Light Ministries, Lagos, where she currently leads after the passing away of her husband, Pastor Femi Asiwaju. A sought after conference speaker with the passion to see women rise up out of gender limitations. She was the Director of Planning and Strategies for Lagos State women wing of Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) and has hosted the annual Productive Woman Summit in Lagos since 2010 to empower, encourage and expose women to take up life…