Economy

Adeleke Expands Start-Up Grant to 2000 Youths

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By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has expanded Osun State’s start-up grant programme to include 2,000 new beneficiaries, comprising women and young people.

This is part of his administration’s drive to promote inclusive economic growth.

The Governor made this known during the presentation of Business Registration Certificates, Point-of-Sale, POS, terminals, and start-up grants to beneficiaries of the Imole Business Empowerment Scheme 1.0, organised by the Ministry of Cooperatives and Empowerment in partnership with some commercial banks.

Describing the initiative as a bold statement of people-centered governance, Governor Adeleke said the scheme was designed to deliver tangible empowerment to residents of the state.

According to the Governor, ₦736 million in interest-free loans has been distributed at the grassroots through ward-based cooperatives. At the same time, another ₦800 million has gone to conventional cooperative unions under the umbrella of FOSCOOP, reaching more than 10,000 members. An additional ₦50 million was also disbursed to Osun indigenes living outside the state.

Governor Adeleke also noted that persons with disabilities had benefited from empowerment schemes in partnership with Project Enable Africa, while rehabilitation works were ongoing at the Cooperative College in Ode-Omu.

According to the Governor, each beneficiary will receive a CAC Business Registration Certificate, a POS terminal, and a start-up grant to enable them to begin their entrepreneurial journey.

Earlier, the Commissioner for Empowerment and Cooperatives Development, Prince Bayo Ogungbangbe, had commended the initiative as proof of the administration’s commitment to sustainable development, women’s inclusion, and youth empowerment.

He urged beneficiaries to make judicious use of the opportunity.

The event was attended by top government officials including Secretary to the State Government Alhaji Teslim Igbalaye, Chief of Staff Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye, members of the State Executive Council, and representatives of partner banks.

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Religion

Easter: reflect on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ – Cleric

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By Olawale Asake

There is Divine Power in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is enough for Christians who believe in him to enjoy the power of provision, fulfilment and restoration in life.

Evangelist Adeola Oluwajube of Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Ori Oke Aanu District Headquarters, Ojoo, Ibadan, Oyo State, stated this during the Easter Sunday Service in the Church. 

Evangelist Oluwajube maintained that Christians should know that, without Jesus Christ, glory, marriage and spiritual life would amount to nothing, stressing that there is the power of resurrection for those who stand firm in the Word.

He urged believers to strengthen their spiritual life and guard it from anything that can weaken it, which he said could affect every other thing.

On his part, the District Superintendent of the Church, Pastor Isaiah Alade, popularly known as Omo Woli, who encouraged people to hold on to God in every situation, prayed that the power of resurrection would meet them at every point of their needs.

Pastor Alade, however, urged Nigerians to see Easter as a moment to reflect on the sacrifice that Jesus Christ made for the salvation of mankind, calling on them to show genuine love and care to one another.

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Lifestyle

2025 will be a year of turnaround, testimony – Pst Alade

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By Olawale Asake

2025 shall be a year of glory restoration and Nigerians will experience new things that will make them rejoice in the Year

District Superintendent, Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Mountain of Mercy, Ojoo, Ibadan, Oyo State, Pastor Isaiah Alade made the revelation while speaking during the Service held at the church auditorium to transit from 2024 to 2025.

He said, Nigerians would achieve greatness through hardwork and moving closer to God, declaring that 2025 will be a year of turnaround and testimony for the Citizens.

Pastor Alade urged Religious Leaders in the Country to intensify more prayers for the people in Government, Security Personnel and other Stakeholders in the affairs of this Country for God’s guidance in all their activities.

The Cleric, however, urged Citizens to desist from cursing the Leaders or saying negative words against them, but rather praying for them to direct the country to the path of development.

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Religion

Fire Guts Ibadan Church

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By Nafiu Busari

A parish of the Christ Apostolic Church in Ibadan, Oyo State, was on Friday night, gutted by fire.

Radio Nigeria correspondent who visited the church at Wisdom Estate, Road 1G, Akobo/Olohunda Road, Lagelu Local Government Area reports that the incident occurred around 9:30pm during a vigil and razed the church.

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According to Chairman of Wisdom Estate, Mr Nurudeen Lamidi “The incident happened in the night around 9:30pm when they were having vigil”.

He said the cause of the fire incident could not be ascertained.

Men of Oyo State Fire Services, later arrived the scene of the fire.

Lifestyle

Don’t be demoralized, Cleric Urges Nigerians

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By Bunmi Agboola

Nigerians should not allow their spirit to be dampened by the present economic challenges but remain optimistic that God will bring about a turnaround.

The District Superintendent of Christ Apostolic Church, Mountain of Mercy, District Headquarters Ojoo, Ibadan, Oyo State, Pastor Isaiah Alade gave  the admonition during the thanksgiving service to mark the commencement of the 2024 Press Week of Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN Ibadan Chapel, held at the Church auditorium. 

Pastor Alade, who took his texts from Isaiah 52 verse 7 said, rather than complaining and being pessimistic, and continue to seek divine intervention amidst the current crisis.

The clergy explained that maintaining a positive mindset would enable people to see opportunities in the midst of the current economic downturn.

Pastor Alade urged members of the NUJ, FRCN Ibadan Chapel to uphold the ethics of the profession by ensuring objectivity and balance reportage.  

While thanking God for the commencement of this year NUJ FRCN Ibadan Chapel Press Week, the Chairman, Mr. Oluwakayode Banjo said, the Thanksgiving Service was in accordance with the tradition of the Union to commit its activities to the Hands of God.

Present at the Thanksgiving Service were former Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Oyo State Council, who is also the Deputy Director News and Current Affairs, FRCN Ibadan, Mr Adewumi Faniran, Management staff of the News Department, Ibadan Zonal Station and members of the Chapel from Premier FM Dugbe, and Amuludun FM, Moniya, Ibadan.

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Religion

CAC Ori Oke Aanu Commissions New Ministers

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Olawale Asake

Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Ori Oke Aanu, Ojoo, Ibadan, Oyo State has ordained a new elder and nineteen Deacons and Deaconesses to join the church in propagating the Kingdom of God in the Society.

While ordaining the Appointees during the 14th anniversary and thanksgiving service of the Church, English Assembly, the guest Minister, Adamasingba DCC Superintendent, Pastor Joseph Adigun enjoined the newly appointed Elder, Deacons and Deaconesses to evangelize more to win souls for Christ saying, it is the first commandment of God to the Church.

Ministering on the theme, “Becoming A Productive Branch To God’s Kingdom”, Pastor Adigun admonished them to join hands with the Pastor in Charge of the Church in his quest to move the Church forward to greater heights.

District Superintendent, CAC, Ori-Oke Aanu, Ojoo, Ibadan, Pastor Isaiah Alade popularly known as “Omo Woli” said, the appointment happened at a time the Church needed more spiritual workers for the work of God.

Pastor Alade charged the appointees to continue their services before God with purity, dedication, faithfulness and diligence without looking back.

Responding on behalf of the newly ordained officers, the Elder Sunday OYEBANJI expressed gratitude to God and the Pastor in Charge for being counted worthy, noting that the ordination would further spur them to be more committed to the divine assignment through meaningful contributions to the work in the church and increased passion for evangelism.

Those ordained as Deacons are: John Akintuoye, Samuel Oladapo, Abel Adewola, Sunday Aderinola, John Akinfenwa, Lawrence Ojo, Emmanuel Jegede and Ezekiel Olasore, while the Deaconesses are: Florence Oladejo, Grace Popoola, Mary Oluyole, Juliana Adesogan, Comfort Benjamin, Mary Sadare and Dorcas Akinfenwa.

Others Deaconesses are: Deborah Adepoju, Susan Fakeye, Ruth Oladipupo and Dorcas Oladepo

The Founder of CAC, Ori Oke Aanu Ojoo, Prophet Moses AladeOlu offered prophetic prayers on the ministers and the congregation in general.

The congregation was later led in thanksgiving songs by a gospel music minister, Pastor Abiodun Omoloye and the Choir of CAC Ori Oke Aanu Ojoo, in appreciation to God His faithfulness.

Religion

Cleric Urges Parents, Guardians to Be Their Children’s Friends

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By Olawale Asake

Parents and Guardians have been advised to give more attention to their Children and Wards, for transparency and expression of minds between the two parties.

The District Superintendent, Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Ori Oke Aanu Ojoo Ibadan, Oyo State, Pastor Isaiah O. Alade gave the advice while speaking with Radio Nigeria, Ibadan on this year’s Children’s Day Celebration.

Pastor Alade said, Children are God’s Heritage, committed to the hands of their parents who needed to support and teach them in the way of the Lord for them to be useful to the family and the society at large. 

The cleric who condemned the act of parents not taking patience to listen to their children while willing to discuss issues bothering them, said, such had made some children to take wrong steps in the journey of life.

He called on the children to obey their parents and draw closer to God who is the always ready to show them Mercy at all times.

Pastor Alade, also enjoined Government to prioritize the welfare and rights of Nigerian Children by protecting them against abuse, trafficking, sexual molestation and child labour.

He prayed that God’s knowledge, wisdom and understanding will continue to be on the Children as they marked this year’s Day.

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Religion

Mercy Once Again Ministry Celebrates 16th Anniversary in Grand Style

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By Olawale Asake

It was jubilation and celebration galore on Sunday, 25th February 2024 as members of Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Ori Oke Aanu, Ojoo, Ibadan, ministers of God, friends and well-wishers across the country gathered to celebrate God’s faithfulness and grace upon the church at the 16th thanksgiving anniversary of Mercy Once Again Ministry.

They also celebrated with a 78-year-old cleric, Pastor Johnson Olunlade, who became landlord through the church as part of activities to mark the ministry’s 16th anniversary.

The event was to thank God and celebrate His mighty works of God in the ministry under the leadership of the District Superintendent and Shepherd of the Church, Pastor Isaiah O. Alade popularly known as Omo Woli.

The colourful event witnessed a huge turnout of members, well-wishers, guest artistes including the popular gospel musician, Evangelist Bola Are and other guests from all over the country, with an array of programmes to make the anniversary remarkable.

Pastor Isaiah O. Alade popularly known as Omo Woli

In his speech, the elated Pastor Alade clad in a simple, but elegant purple attire, expressed gratitude to God, the founder of the mountain, Prophet Moses Alade-Olu and members of the church and other partners who have supported and stayed on for the past 16 years of his prophetic mission.

Pastor Alade enjoined Nigerians to persevere and be hopeful that with God there would be total freedom from the shackles of the current socio-economic challenges bedevilling the country.

In a sermon titled, “The Best Thanksgiving Song”, the invited preacher, Pastor Dotun Ayorinde said, the best Thanksgiving song is the restoration of hope to the hopeless in society through the act of giving and making life more bearable to others.

Pastor Ayorinde noted that some privileged ones in the country were acquiring more than what they needed in life, whereas, many are dying of hunger, while teeming youths are roaming the streets without jobs.

In a remark, Evangelist Bola Are commended the visioner, Pastor Isaiah O. Alade for his steadfastness in the works of God without coveting earthly materials but winning souls for Christ.

Also speaking, the Founder of the CAC, Ori Oke Aanu, Ojoo Ibadan, Prophet Moses Aladeolu called on religious leaders to start preaching the words of God backed with prayers rather than seeking wealth at the expense of God’s Kingdom.

Prophet Aladeolu eulogized his son, whom God has been using to lift others through prayers and assistance to those who seemed forgotten.

The beneficiary of the 3-bedroom apartment, Pastor Johnson Olunlade was in the church with his children to thank God and appreciate CAC Ori Oke Aanu, through Pastor Alade for making him a landlord against all odds.

Pastor Olunlade narrated how he had suffered in life and after going to school up to the PhD level with nothing to show for it, until the time that God used Pastor Alade to wipe his tears.

At the event, Evangelist Bola Are and Evangelist Bose Adeiwa treated the congregation to various gospel songs while wining and dining followed to mark the anniversary thanksgiving.

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Human Angle

Against all Odds, 78 Year-Old Man Becomes Landlord

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By Olawale Asake

God indeed does His things in His way and manner.

 Also, He does things at the appointed time for humanity.

This is the case of a 78-year-old cleric, Pastor Johnson Olunlade, who became a landlord for the first time through the Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Ori Oke Aanu, Ojoo Ibadan, Oyo State.

While presenting the 3-bedroom apartment to the beneficiary, the President, Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Worldwide, Pastor Samuel Oladele who was represented by the Regional Superintendent of the Church, Pastor Gabriel Dada said, it pays to serve the Lord and He will never forget those who diligently walk with Him. 

Pastor Dada, who attended the 16th Anniversary of the ‘Mercy Once Again’ Programme, commended the esteemed elder of the church, Pastor Olunlade for being a devoted member of CAC for a very long time.

In his address, the District Superintendent and Shepherd in Charge of Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Ori Oke Aanu,  Pastor Isaiah O. Alade, popularly known as Omo Woli, lauded Pastor Olulade for his devout service and urged the congregation to emulate his act of service and also support the less privileged in the society.

Also In his remarks, the founder of Prayer Mountain of Mercy, Pastor Moses Aladeolu offered prayers for the leaders of the nation and reminded the congregation of God’s watchful eyes over their deeds while emphasizing the value of righteousness and steadfastness.

 The beneficiary of the 3Bedrooms apartment, Pastor Johnson Olunlade who could not hide his joy said, he had never bought land nor had he built a house in his lifetime and now he has clocked 78 years of Age.

He narrated how he got a prophecy some years back from a Popular Prophet in Ibadan that a young man would be the one to build him a house unexpectedly, saying he never knew God was preparing Pastor Isaiah O. Alade for the fulfilment of the said prophecy.

Pastor Olunlade who is a PhD Holder expressed his profound gratitude to the Christ Apostolic Church, Ori Oke Aanu, Ojoo for the rare gift given to him when he least expected it.

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News

CSOs Charged on Adherence to Regulations

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke

Civil Society Organizations, CSOs, have been charged to adhere to regulations guiding their operations and protect themselves from being used as conduits for crimes, especially money laundering and terrorism financing. 

Some Executives of Regulatory Agencies gave the charge while addressing a gathering of Civil Society Organizations in Ogun State at a workshop put together by Global Rights, in collaboration with the European Union. 

Participants at the two-day workshop on Regulatory compliance for members of the community on the practice of Civic Space strengthening in Ogun State included representatives of the Corporate Affairs Commission, CAC, the Economic and other Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Federal and State revenue agencies, the European Union and ECOWAS. 

The Deputy Director, CAC’s Registrar-General’s Office, Mr Tolulope Sonaike and a Chief Superintendent of the EFCC, Mr Temitope Erinomo encouraged the Non-profit Organizations to ensure strict compliance with the laws and verify the details of all stakeholders, particularly the donors and beneficiaries of their activities. 

Also, a legal expert on Companies and Allied matters, Professor Adedeji Adekunle advised Civil Society Groups to ensure proper documentation with the regulatory agencies and protect themselves from being used as platforms for laundering proceeds from crime and other illicit activities.

In a remark, Former Director of the Women Advocates Research and Documentation Centre, WARDC, Dr Abiola Akiode-Afolabi enjoined the participants to make good use of the knowledge gained during the training, with a view to enhancing performance among the Civil Society Organizations.

Earlier, the Project Manager of Global Rights, Mr Edosa Oviawe had explained that the workshop was organised to bridge the knowledge gap and empower CSOs to be able to comply with the statutory regulations guiding their activities, for optimal performance. 

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Religion

Cleric Urges Ruling Party to Embrace Opposition

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By Olawale Asake

Pastor in charge of Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Ori Oke Aanu, Ojoo, Ibadan, Oyo State, Isaiah O. Alade popularly known as “Omo Woli” has called on the ruling Party and its leaders to embrace all-inclusive administration rather than revenging what transpired with oppositions before the elections.

He made the call while speaking with newsmen shortly after the nine Wednesday prayers tagged “Mercy that Justifies” to pray for people, government and the country as a whole, held on Ori Oke Aanu, Ojoo, Ibadan.

Pastor Alade said vengeance is of the Lord which no man should pay back evil done unto him with evil, urging the elected to extend hands of fellowship to others to move the nation forward.

“Anyone in government, either President, Governor, Senator, House of Reps Member, State Assembly Member, no one should take vengeance, it is for God to take vengeance. We should all be just to everybody because God has assigned you to be leaders in government. You are to govern everybody, whether they are Muslims, Christians, Pagans, Believers or even Unbelievers”.

Omo Woli, as fondly called, maintained that peace and unity of Nigeria is sacrosanct, hence, the need for every Nigerian to put hands on deck in making sure that there is peaceful coexistence irrespective of religion, ethnicity and political affiliations.

Pastor Alade enjoined the government at all levels to formulate policies and Programmes that would centre on the People and reduce poverty in the country.

“Once God has made you a leader, then, forget politics and Concentrate on good governance that will be of immense benefit to all and sundry”.

While imploring religious leaders in the country to intensify more prayers for a prosperous nation and society, Pastor Isaiah O. Alade noted that he would not relent in praying for the people particularly, the worshippers on Ori Oke Aanu Ojoo Ibadan, where God has been showing Mercies to the people who diligently calls His name.

He called on Nigerians to continue to seek the face of the Lord in the New Year for guidance and socio-economic advancement of the nation.

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Religion

Provide necessary amenities for Nigerians – Pastor Alade tells Government

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By Olawale Asake

Shepherd-in-charge of Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Ori-Oke Aanu, Ojoo, Ibadan, Oyo State, Pastor Isaiah O. Alade has called on the government to provide necessary amenities that will alleviate Nigerians from poverty in the country.

Pastor Alade made the call while speaking with Radio Nigeria after the Crossover Prayers and Praises on the Mountain known as Ori Oke Aanu, Ojoo.

The minister said, the social economic situation of the country would change if the government made provision of employment, and grants to the people to establish businesses, a priority.

Pastor Isaiah O. Alade urged Nigerians not to lose hope in the New Year, urging them to move closer to God rather than looking for money at all costs.

The pastor added that Nigerians should be patriotic with love and unity for peaceful coexistence.

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Religion

Avoid travelling in branded buses, CAC Tells Members

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The leadership of the Christ Apostolic Church Nigeria has called on members of the church across districts to avoid travelling in their branded vehicles.

The Church’s General Secretary, Pastor E. Mapur, made the call in a circular issued to all CAC regional district supervisors and pastors.

The circular further directed each church assembly to engage the services of armed mobile police officers if they wished to travel in their branded vehicles.

It read, “The rate at which kidnapping incidents of church members, especially in branded vehicles/buses of the church, has become a source of concern to the church authority. The most recent is the incident of the Christ Apostolic Church Oke-Igan choir, whose members were abducted in Ondo State.
“I am directed to mandate every assembly in Christ Apostolic Church that henceforth any Assembly/District/Zone/DCC that wishes to travel in their branded buses/vehicles must ensure that the services of armed mobile police officers are engaged.

“The church cannot afford to see its members experiencing such a traumatic situation again. We urge all ministers in CAC to take this instruction with every seriousness. May the Lord continually protect all members of the church and indeed Nigerians.”

This directive came after about 25 choristers of the church were kidnapped by gunmen on September 29 at Ifon, at Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State.

While the police rescued eight of those abducted within a few hours, the remaining members regained their freedom on Friday, October 6, after their families paid a sum of N50m ransom to the abductors.

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Economy

CAC Sets to Delist 100,000 Companies

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The Corporate Affairs Commission,CAC, has said it will remove 100,000 registered companies from its database soon.

During a training on ‘Use of the beneficial ownership register’, in Lagos, the Registrar-General and Chief Executive Officer, CAC, Alhaji Garba Abubakar, disclosed the commission’s intention to delete 100,000 registered companies from its database.

“CAC steps up enforcement of 100,000 companies to go off its register for failure to file an annual return,” Abubakar said.

According to him, 100,000 companies that failed to file annual returns in the last 10 years were due to be struck off by the Corporate Affairs Commission.

Abubakar, however, said the commission would send notice of striking off to the affected companies before embarking on the action as enshrined in section 692 of the CAMA, 2020.

He explained that the companies were entitled to be relisted after payment of their outstanding debts and order of a court, as provided by the law.

Abubakar advised companies to ensure timely payment of their annual returns to avoid being struck off.

Speaking on Africa’s first Beneficial Ownership Register, built by the CAC with the support and assistance of the World Bank, the registrar general said it would go a long way in curbing corruption, money laundering, and terrorism financing.

He urged stakeholders, especially, investigating agencies, legal practitioners, journalists, and civil society organisations, to utilise the BOR in discharging their responsibilities.

In his remark, the Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association Section on Business Law, NBA-SBL, Dr Adeyeye Adefulu, commended the CAC for recording another important milestone in its history.

Adefulu said NBA-SBL would sustain its existing cordial relationship with the commission. He charged members to make good use of the knowledge acquired at the training for the benefit of the Nigerian economy.

Also speaking, the President of the Association of Bureau De Change Operators of Nigeria, Aminu Gwadabe, underscored the importance of the BOR in the fight against money laundering and terrorism financing.

Gwadabe, who highlighted some of the dangers associated with money laundering and terrorism financing, advised professionals to apply due diligence while dealing with their clients.

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Lifestyle

Olowere: Mrs Makinde Commiserates with Family, CAC

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By Oluseyi Olarinde

Wife of the Oyo State Governor, Tamunominini Makinde has expressed her condolences to the family of one of the spiritual fathers in the state, Prophet Michael Ojo, popularly known as Baba Olowere, who passed on in the early hours of today.

This is contained in a statement issued from her office.

Mrs Makinde described the death of Prophet Michael Ojo as painful and shocking.

The first lady also condoled with the entire body of Christ in general and the family of Christ Apostolic Church over the demise of one of God’s Generals

Mrs Makinde further described the deceased as one of the greatest anointed man of God in this generation, who dedicated himself to the service of God and humanity.

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Obituary

CAC Loses Prophet Olowere 

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A renowned evangelist and founder of Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Oke-Agbara, Asi Bodija, Prophet Michael Ojo Olowere popularly refers to as Baba Olowere dead.

Baba died on Wednesday at his Asi residence, Ibadan.

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Lifestyle

Prophet Elijah Ajiboye Ogunrinde Transits to Glory

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It was a gathering of who-is-who in the Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Worldwide as they converged on Iwo, Osun state to bid farewell to the late General Evangelist of the church, Prophet Elijah Ajiboye Ogunrinde.

The venue of the funeral and thanksgiving service, Jesus Grace Bible College, Iwo, was filled to capacity as the congregation took turns to reflect on the life and times of the church planter popularly called, “Woli Iwo” through hymns, songs and scriptural renditions.

In a sermon, President, CAC, Supreme Council, Nigeria and Overseas, Pastor Henry Ojo, who explained that the late General Evangelist and Prophet lived his life in the service of God, noted that the deceased’s exemplary life would be fondly remembered for soul winning, prayers and philanthropy.

Pastor Ojo admonished the family of the Late Prophet Ogunrinde and the entire congregation to live their life in line with God’s command so as to sustain their ministry and also make heaven.

Two children of the deceased, Pastor Oluleke Ogunrinde and Miss Ifeoluwa Ogunrinde said their late father trained them in the way of the Lord and he would be sorely missed.

Late Prophet Elijah Ogunrinde, was born into a Muslim family on the 25th of October 1957 and was known as an Ijala exponent in Iwo town before he got converted to Christianity and began his prophetic ministry.

He became General Evangelist CAC Supreme Council, Nigeria and Overseas in 2019.

Prophet Ogunrinde is survived by an aged mother, wife, Lady Evangelist Ruth Ogunrinde and four children.

Temidayo Adu

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Economy

Cleric Counsels Govt. on Fuel Subsidy Removal

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The federal government has been enjoined to shelve the idea of hiking the fuel pump price through its planned subsidy removal.

Cleric in Charge, Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, power of the cross, Orogun, Ibadan, Pastor Joshua Aghene, gave the advice while speaking with Radio Nigeria on the current economic condition and the implications of federal government’s planned removal of subsidy.

The cleric explained that the poverty ratio in the country was alarming and requires prompt and sustained relief policy rather than giving consideration to an increase in pump price

Pastor Aghene who suggested improving the nation’s internally generated revenue to meet Nigeria’s financial demands said security challenges had affected homegrown raw agricultural produce; hence, the need to engage more security personnel to deal with the security problems without delay.

Pastor Aghene urged Christians to intensify prayers to God for divine intervention in the affairs of the country.

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Religion

Last Sunday: Churches Experience Large Turnout Of Worshippers

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Many Churches in Ibadan experienced a large turnout of worshippers who were full of praises for witnessing the last Sunday of the year.

Our correspondent who monitored the situation in Ibadan reports that the worshippers not only sang and danced, but also appreciated God for surviving hurdles of the #EndSARS protest, COVID-19, and the prolonged ASUU strike. 

At the Christ Apostolic Church, Oke Imole, Molete Baptist Church, the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Agbowo, Saint Gabriel Catholic Church, Mokola and the Gospel Faith Mission International, GOFAMINT, Agbowo, members expressed gratitude to God for overcoming numerous challenges during the course of the year.

The situation was the same at the Methodist Church Nigeria, Ekotedo Dugbe, Ibadan.

In an interview, the District Coordinating Council Superintendent, CAC, Oke Imole, Pastor Adebiyi Adams and pastor-in-charge of Region Eleven of GOFAMINT, Pastor Ademola Akangbe said 2020 was a turbulent year and appealed to government to be more truthful and implement people-oriented policies in 2021.

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Religion

Do The Work Of God With Integrity, Discipline, Patience – Pastor Akinyemi

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Ministers of God have been challenged to see their calling in the work of the kingdom as an opportunity to serve God which requires steadfastness, hard work and selflessness. 

A District Pastor of the Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Pastor Olufemi Akinyemi stated this during a sermon at the 2020 graduation service of the Glory International Bible College, held in Ibadan. 

Pastor Akinyemi who likened the work of a minister of God to the core values of a soldier which included integrity, discipline, loyalty and respect, urged them to remain focused in their calling. 

He advised men of God and workers in the vineyard of God to avoid pride but use their divine abilities to solve problems, both within their congregations and the country in general. 

Earlier in a welcome address, provost of the college, Pastor Boyede Sule said the college considered the hike in fees of some Christian bible schools, hence the decision to run its courses without tuition fees. 

Chairman on the occassion, Professor Olatoye Ojo said the college, which is interdenominational in nature, teaches undiluted word of God to its students to prepare them for the work ahead. 

The programme featured convocation ceremony for twenty-two students who graduated with bachelor and diploma in theology.

Mosope Kehinde