President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Bishop Wale Oke on his re-election as the national president of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN)......CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE>>>>>
Tinubu lauded Oke for his unwavering efforts in promoting religious harmony and national progress through initiatives like the ‘Nigeria Turning Point Prayer Movement,’ according to a statement by his spokesman, Mr Bayo Onanuga.
The president described Oke as a man of character, principle, and faith, urging him to continue spreading the gospel of love, kindness, and peace.
He also prayed for a fresh anointing of Oke’s leadership in the Lord’s vineyard.
Oke, founder of Sword of the Spirit Ministries International and Chancellor of Precious Cornerstone University (PCU), was re-elected at PFN’s 18th Biennial National Conference in Abuja.
In his welcome address at the opening ceremony of the 18th National Biennial Conference and 40th anniversary of PFN in Abuja, Oke urged Christians nationwide to focus on nation-building.
The theme of the conference, which ends on Friday, is ‘The Rebirth of a Great Nation,’ based on Isaiah 60:8.
Oke stated that Christians must remember that God poured His Spirit on them to enable the Church to help Nigeria achieve its apostolic mandate.
He explained that the theme reflected the call for action, noting that Heaven is ready to help, but Christians must contribute through prayer, teaching, evangelism, and discipleship.
The president referenced Isaiah 66:8, asking, “Shall the earth be made to bring forth in one day? Shall a nation be born at once?”
He emphasised that for Zion to bring forth, Christians must engage in prayer, fasting, teaching, evangelisation, soul-winning, and church planting. “This is the core mission of the Church.”
Oke urged Christians to remain passionate about this task, as it is fundamental to the nation’s rebirth and the fulfilment of the divine mandate.
He said that the conference was an opportunity for Christians to renew their commitment to the cause, which will lead to the nation’s transformation.
Rev. William Okoye of All Christian Fellowship Mission delivered the sermon, stressing that the Church, particularly PFN, plays a key role in Nigeria’s rebirth.
He called for a commitment to producing Christ-like disciples who can transform society, highlighting that Nigeria’s issues stem from a distorted sense of values, not just corruption.
Rev. Isaac Komolafe, Chairman of PFN FCT Chapter, urged Nigeria to focus on internal improvement, asserting that once Nigeria gets it right, the rest of Africa will follow.
Komolafe also noted the conference was expecting 150,000 delegates and promised that it would bring about a transformation and a new narrative for the nation.
‘Prophet’ Isa El-Buba, National Vice President of PFN North Central, expressed that the Pentecostal Church is prepared to lead Nigeria towards greatness through prayer and fasting.
He added that Nigeria will soon enter a new phase of transformation, with the churches driving spiritual revival.
Rev. Victor Ogunkanmi, National Vice President of PFN FCT, affirmed that Nigeria is God’s creation, and the nation is destined to fulfil its purpose.
He expressed hope for a total turnaround in the country, emphasising that a new day is dawning for Nigeria and future generations.