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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Obituary

Babatunde Olaniyi “Ti O Common” will not be forgotten – Friends & Family

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By Bunmi Agboola

Late Babatunde Olaniyi has been described as a mentor, a moulder whose indelible mark will not be forgotten in the modern-day broadcasting in Oyo state and beyond.

This was the submission of family, friends and colleagues at the funeral service for the veteran broadcaster held at his residence at Agbofieti, Idi -Isin extension, Ibadan.

In a sermon, Pastor-in-charge, Christ Apostolic Church, Oke Iyanu, Ajanla Street, Oke Ado, Ibadan, Pastor Samuel Ookuewu said apart from being a broadcasting guru, the body of Christ would also miss “Ti O Common” as the deceased was fondly called, with his unique contribution and integrity to the church.

Pastor Ookuewu admonished people to live a life worthy of emulation as death was inevitable.

Some friends and colleagues said Babatunde would be missed in the broadcasting industry most especially in Oyo State.

The veteran broadcaster, Babatunde Olaniyi “Ti O Common” died during a brief illness at the age of 66 years.

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Politics

Gov. Makinde Restates Commitment to Development Agenda

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Oyo State Governor, Mr Seyi Makinde has restated the commitment of his administration to the development of the state.

The governor stated this during a church service held at the Zonal Headquarters of the Christ Apostolic Church, Moga, Akanran, Ibadan.

The governor, who was represented by the Senior Special Assistant on Media Matters, Mr Taiwo Adisa explained that the present administration had been implementing numerous projects aimed at developing the state, stressing that the government would not to relent in the agenda.

Governor Makinde, while urging citizens in the state to be security conscious, also said support in prayers for the progress of the state should be the priority of everyone.

Zonal Supperintendent of the Church, Pastor Olu Oluwaniyi stressed the need for Nigerians to continue to pray for the nation’s leadership.

The service, which featured the inauguration of the zone and induction of C.A.C zonal ministers, attracted notable ministers of God including the regional Superintendent of C.A.C overseeing Oyo  and Osun state, Pastor Johnson Ogunwuyi as well as Deputy Director News Radio Nigeria Ibadan, Elder Aderenle Ajisefinni.

Rotimi Famakin

Religion

Prayers are needed to move Nigeria to greatness – Cleric

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Following the myriads of crises bedeviling Nigeria, there is the need for both Muslim faithful and Christians to come together to intensify prayers that would usher Nigeria into greatness.

The cleric in charge of Christ Apostolic Church, C.A.C. Moga, Akanran, Pastor Olu Oluwaniyi stated this while speaking to Radio Nigeria following today’s service.

Pastor Oluwaniyi explained that as part of the corporate social responsibility of the church, a six-day special prayer and an open air revival tagged “I Am Stepping Into The Greatness”  organized to this effect would begin today at Apostle Ayo Babalola International Prayer Mountain, Kure, Akanran Road, Amuloko, Ibadan, at 5’o clock in the evening.

The revival programme according to the cleric has a morning session holding between 9 a.m. and noon, and an evening session, between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. as well as a vigil which will hold daily.

Pastor Oluwaniyi expressed optimism that Nigeria and individual participant would experience a turnaround at the end of the programme.

The cleric who urged Nigerian leaders to rule with the fear of God said special prayer would also be held for Nigeria’s political leaders.

Among the ministers of God expected at the occasion are Prophet Ade Emmanuel, Lady Evangelist Oluwaniyi, Pastor David Ilesanmi, Paul Olayiwola, Funsho Adeniji, and Lady Evangelist Grace Adeboye.

Rotimi Famakin

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.

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