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  • Pastor Adeboye: “I walked barefoot through secondary school”

    Pastor Adeboye: “I walked barefoot through secondary school”

    Pastor Enoch Adeboye has recounted his journey from humble beginning, walking barefoot through secondary school and hailing from a village once absent on Nigeria’s map.

    Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), also recounted moments from his early ministry when resources were sparse and faith was his only currency.

    Delivering sermon at the 50th anniversary celebration of the All Christians Fellowship Mission (ACFM) in Abuja on Friday, Adeboye highlighted God’s faithfulness and ability to provide assistance in times of need.

    The Pastor, revered for his humility and faith, described God as the ultimate promoter.

    He encouraged Nigerians not to judge their worth by the present hardship, assuring them that God sees and is able to lift anyone to greatness.

    The Clergy also  encouraged Nigerians to trust in God’s help during times of trouble.

    “Your promotion is not in the hand of man. Your promotion is in the hand of God,” he said.

    Adeboye praised ACFM’s founder, Rev. Williams Okoye, describing him as a solid man of God who has remained steadfast in his faith despite challenges and successes.

    According to him, Okoye’s commitment to God has been a source of inspiration for all to emulate.

    Okoye, the host and General Overseer, ACFM, while reflecting on the church’s journey, expressed gratitude for God’s faithfulness over the past 50 years.

    The former Aso Rock chaplain said that over the past 50 years, the Church had faced trials and seasons of uncertainty, adding that God’s consistency and character have been the church’s guiding light.

    “From that modest beginning in a “batcher”, a make-shift structure, ACFM has grown into a global mission with Churches across Nigeria.

    “It also has branches in countries like Rwanda, Uganda in East Africa and Burkiso Faso in West Africa.

    “The theme of the anniversary, “God our Helper” culled from 1 Samuel 7:12, is not only appropriate but also timing.

    “The mission is to bring people to Jesus Christ and develop them to Christ-like maturity and equip them for God’s ministry in the Church and the world,” he said.

    Okoye said that, acknowledging and thanking God for His mercies, no matter how small, was essential for spiritual growth and national transformation.

    “Only the grace of God and His faithfulness have brought us thus far,” he said.

    He said that the church had contributed to national transformation in the past 50 years by pastoring two Nigerian presidents without any corruption or scandal.

    “The church has also developed materials and held powerful meetings to promote national transformation, which have had a lasting impact on the country,” he said.

    He expressed optimism about the church’s future, believing that God will continue to guide and bless ACFM as it prepares for the next chapter in its history.

    A former Senate President  Sen. Anyim Pius Anyim, expressed gratitude to God for His guidance and protection throughout his public service career.

    Anyim credited the church for playing a significant role in his early life as a Christian in Abuja. He congratulated the Church on its 50th anniversary and thanked God for His mercy.

    Anyim emphasised the importance of maintaining a strong connection with God, particularly in public service.

    The former Senate President expressed confidence in the church’s legacy and encouraged others to join in celebrating its achievements.

    Mr Ifeanyi Odedo, a former elder of the Church, also expressed gratitude for the impact the church had in his life and ministry.

    In an interview with newsmen, Odedo shared his 20-year journey with ACFM, highlighting the church’s role in shaping his christian character, integrity and purposefulness.

    He credited ACFM with forming his christian foundation, which he has carried into his various roles and ministries.

    He said that the church’s teachings and mentorship prepared him for his position as the National President of the Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship International Nigeria.

    Odedo praised ACFM’s influence in the Nigerian society, citing the church’s contributions to spiritual, physical and economic stability.

    He also acknowledged the role of ACFM’s General Overseer in mentoring leaders and shaping the nation’s spiritual landscape.

    The Chairman Planning Committee for the Church’s 50th anniversary, Pastor Titus Omolewa, attributed the success of the planning process to God’s guidance and support.

    He acknowledged that organising the golden jubilee celebration had not been easy, and praised God for providing the strength, grace and teamwork needed to overcome obstacles.

    “It has not been very easy, but God has always been there to help us,” he said.

    The Church has dedicated three days of praises to God for the journey so far, as part of activities to mark its 50th anniversary.

  • It will be on a Sunday – Adeboye predicts his own death, reveals exactly how it will happen

    It will be on a Sunday – Adeboye predicts his own death, reveals exactly how it will happen

    The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has predicted his own death, revealing it will be on a Sunday.

    The 83-year-old clergyman during the church’s 73rd Annual Convention at Redemption City, Ogun State, themed “The Overcomers” disclosed that he will die on Sunday after attending church service and enjoying his favourite meal, pounded yam.

    The pastor further reiterated that death does not always come through prolonged illness.

    “I will die on a Sunday after attending service, eat my beloved pounded yam, and then pass on without any sickness,” Pastor Adeboye declared, affirming that his departure would be sudden and painless.

    The revered cleric also urged believers to actively claim what rightfully belongs to them through Christ.

    Drawing on the biblical example of the Israelites, who had to fight to take possession of the Promised Land, he said: “In many cases, you may have to fight for things that are already yours.”

    “Your greatest friend, Jesus Christ, paid a great price to purchase your healing. Yet, there is a thief who comes to steal, kill, and destroy” (John 10:10), he warned, urging Christians to resist sickness through faith,” he emphasised.

    On prosperity, Pastor Adeboye declared, “The One who owns the earth and its fullness, and owns all the silver and gold, paid a terrible price so that you wouldn’t be poor. As long as you want to remain poor, you will remain poor.”

  • Pastor Adeboye sends strong message to christians prioritising wealth over spiritual wellbeing

    Pastor Adeboye sends strong message to christians prioritising wealth over spiritual wellbeing

    Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has warned Christians against chasing material wealth at the expense of their spiritual wellbeing.

    The clergyman while speaking at the church’s ongoing 73rd annual convention held at the Redemption City, Km 46 Lagos Ibadan Expressway, Ogun State, with the theme, “The Overcomers,” described such pursuits as “an act of stupidity.”

    According to the clergyman, believers must maintain spiritual discipline and resist worldly temptations if they are to live victoriously in Christ.

    He added that God does not hate enjoyment but noted that the body people pamper will perish one day.

    He further advised Christians to take care of the spirit which will go to heaven, adding that the body does not want believers to be overcomers.

    The RCCG General Overseer stressed that the life of an overcomer is one marked by discipline, sacrifice, and resistance to worldly values, adding that becoming a champion requires discipline.

    According to him, remaining a champion requires more, because every challenger wants the crown of believers. He also urged Christians to steadfastly hold onto their faith and resist the works of the flesh.

  • Bandits abduct top RCCG pastor in Nasarawa

    Bandits abduct top RCCG pastor in Nasarawa

    A pastor with the Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, named Faturoti Olaniyi, was abducted by gunmen in Karu, Nasarawa State.

    Early on Wednesday, June 24, 2025, the gunmen stormed Olaniyi’s home at the Redeemed Christian Church of God property near Bristol Academy, Federal Housing Authority (FHA) in Karu, and kidnapped him.

    Zagazola Makama, a security analyst, stated that the attackers entered the building at around 1:30 in the morning, fired several shots, and then took the victim away to an unidentified location.

    According to their source, residents fled for their lives as the gunmen operated for several minutes without encountering any immediate opposition, causing panic in the area.

    A manhunt was initiated in response to the incident by joint teams of police, local vigilantes, hunters, and other security personnel. They blocked suspected escape routes and searched the surrounding hills and bushes for the kidnappers.

    The victim is still in captivity, and search and rescue efforts are still underway as of the time this report was filed.

  • God told me my first born will die if… – Pastor Adeboye

    God told me my first born will die if… – Pastor Adeboye

    General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye has disclosed God once told him that his first born will die if he leaves the church.

    Pastor Adeboye made the disclosure during the June edition of the Holy Ghost Service, titled “Destined for Greatness (Part 2)” held on Saturday at the Redemption City of God in Ogun State.

    “When I got born again, there were three major ministries that were making waves, and they were very good. There were different temptations to go from one to another.

    “But God said to me, ‘Son, I brought you here. This is where you will stay. The day you leave this denomination, your firstborn will die’,” Pastor Adeboye said.

    The RCCG pastor, fondly referred to as Daddy GO, made the disclosure while speaking on the theme of divine direction and spiritual steadfastness.

    Drawing reference from a message earlier delivered by his son, Pastor Leke, Adeboye expressed concern over the growing trend among young Christians who frequently switch churches, often introducing themselves as first-time visitors in every new place they attend.

    He noted that at the time, RCCG was relatively obscure, with its headquarters located in a modest building in Ebute-Metta, Lagos.

    Even though he was a university lecturer, he said God commanded him to serve under his spiritual mentor, who had no formal education.

    “I was a lecturer at the university. My father in the Lord didn’t go to secondary school, not even primary. But God said this is where you will stay,” he said.

    Pastor Adeboye urged young believers to seek divine direction and remain where God places them, rather than chasing trends or personal preferences.

    “Discover where God wants you to stay, and stay there,” he advised.

    He also clarified that his message was not intended to suggest that RCCG is superior to other Christian denominations.

    “I am not saying we are better than any other denomination,” Adeboye said.

  • Pastor Adeboye under fire over “RCCG governing council soon holding meeting on moon” remark

    Pastor Adeboye under fire over “RCCG governing council soon holding meeting on moon” remark

    Pastor Enoch Adeboye, a General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has revealed that  the church’s Governing Council will soon convene its meeting on the moon, according to God’s revelation to him.

    TheNewsGuru reports that the clergyman made this known during a recent church event, where he emphasized that this revelation is a direct communication from God, and he is confident it will be fulfilled.

    Adeboye said: “I am not doubting God, i know with him all things are possible. He told me, i told some of my people. He told me that a day is coming that when the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Governing Council wants to hold their meeting, they’ll hold it on the moon. I know it doesn’t make sense, but then, that’s God.

    “When God says we’re going to be holding our governing council meetings on the moon, you don’t have to believe it, but he has spoken and it will come to pass.”

    This announcement has incited mixed reactions among both church members and the wider public. While some may perceive it as a metaphorical or spiritual insight, others might interpret it as a literal forecast.

    desobo2.o wrote: “Today redemption camp is a city with 24 hours power supply and 24 running water. He said it, he did it.”

    princeobi7 wrote: “If this is not dementia, I don’t know what else.”

    Iwualonyinyeyaddy wrote: “So if it’s held in the moon, what exactly is it’s positive effect on members.”

    Mose_sju wrote: “Upon all the problems nigeria is facing the only thing God could tell you was RCCCG meetings will one day be held inside the moon will you just drop the mic and go and sleep.”

    donbaaz wrote: “Early stage of dementia, he should get checked ASAP.”

    ibrahimganiyu369 wrote: “Abeg na which God? Fools will still say is spiritual. No difference between them and politicians.”

  • How I collapsed during a church program – Adeboye shares near-death experience

    How I collapsed during a church program – Adeboye shares near-death experience

    Pastor Enoch Adeboye of the Redeemed Christian Church of God recounted how he collapsed during a church program seven years ago.

    The clergyman while speaking at the ongoing annual Special Holy Ghost Service, themed Joy Unspeakable, shared the experience as a testimony of God’s faithfulness to him and the ministry.

    According to the 83-year-old pastor, his body broke down during one of the church’s Let’s-Go-A-Fishing evangelism programs,  due to terrible road conditions.

    “Seven years ago, during this same program, I collapsed in Ilesha. My body gave way, and for the first time in my life, I spent Christmas Day in bed. The devil was certain he had finally got me.

    “To bring me back to camp, we had to charter a helicopter because I was too weak to travel by road—if I had, I wouldn’t have made it,” he said.

    He added that local miscreants attempted to prevent the helicopter from taking off.

    “They clung to the helicopter, and in the process, one of the windows got torn. But by God’s grace, I made it to the camp. I was certain that if I could just get there, I would recover.

    “Seven years later, I am still here! Please, praise God for me—give Him glory, honor, and adoration!” 

    Pastor Adeboye then focused on issuing divine decrees and urging believers to remain steadfast in their faith.

    “This is my advice to you: do not sell your salvation. Stop living a double life—one way in church and another way outside. Be consistent in your faith,” he warned.

  • Shock as ex-RCCG pastor weds male lover in style

    Shock as ex-RCCG pastor weds male lover in style

    Friends and family of former Redeemed Christian Fellowship leader in Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Jimmy, were thrown into shock after photos from his wedding ceremony with a male partner in United States (US) surfaced on social media.

    TheNewsGuru reports that Pastor Jimmy was a preacher, music director and President of RCF during his Microbiology undergraduate days in OOU, 2015-2019.

    In the photos that surfaced on social media, the former pastor who wore a plaited hair, could be seen flaunting his ring with his partner.

    The photos, which stirred disbelief from family and friends, also sparked mixed reactions from Nigerians on social media.

    Below are some of the reactions:

    officially___________ameena wrote: “I just hope he did not tamper with lil boys in the church.”

    neoremedies wrote: “Maybe is for citizenship.”

    therealdealwithamaka wrote: “Former “Redeemed Fellowship pastor “ as per he doesn’t have a name? Omo those that call upon the name of the Lord should definitely depart from iniquity. Any error you bring a dent to Christianity.The nails for me😂 oo chim.”

    keen_kul wrote: “Gistlover was right about the rainbow.children activities.” 

    loftykitchen_events1 wrote: “Leave RCCG out of it. Just say his name and what the news is about. It wasn’t the church that made him gay.”

     

  • Deposed City of David pastor, Iluyomade opens new church in Lagos (video)

    Deposed City of David pastor, Iluyomade opens new church in Lagos (video)

    Suspended former senior pastor of Redeemed Christian Church of God, City of David Parish, Idowu Iluyomade, has launched his own church, the “Family Fellowship” in Lagos.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that Illuyomade, who tendered his resignation from the church after the church board suspended him, was seen giving God a dance thanksgiving alongside a handful of his congregation in the video that surfaced on social media. Noticeably absent from the service was his wife, Siju Iluyomade.

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    TNG recalls that Iluyomade’s wife held a lavish party a week after a prominent member of the RCCG City of David Parisj and key financier, the former group chief executive officer of Access Holdings, Herbert Wigwe, his wife Chizoba and son Chizi and several others died in a helicopter crash in California, United States on February 9, 2024.

    Shortly after, social media was flooded with stories that the party, which saw singer Flavour serenade Mrs Iluyomade, was done in bad taste.

    On June 1st, 2024, Iluyomade, also called PID, was suspended for three months by the council of elders over the church’s finances and his alleged resistance to be transferred from the parish.

    He was later replaced by Pastor Charles Kpandei of the church’s Resurrection Parish, Region 11.

  • How to achieve landmark accomplishments in 2025 – Pastor Adeboye

    How to achieve landmark accomplishments in 2025 – Pastor Adeboye

    Pastor Enoch Adeboye of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, on Tuesday, said the year 2025 would be a year of landmark achievements only for those engaged in doing the right thing.

    Adeboye, the General Overseer of RCCG Worldwide, said this during the annual Holy Ghost Rally at the University of Ibadan (UI), Ibadan. The annual rally is entitled “Good News”.

    Adeboye, who said he had been coming to UI since 1982, as directed by God, explained that his coming this time around was because someone needed to hear the good news.

    He, therefore, urged the congregation, especially the students, to do the right things always and maintain godly relationships with all and sundry.

    According to him, doing the right thing, which entails accepting the Good News of Jesus Christ, will translate to having a year of landmark achievements.

    Citing Luke 2: 10-11, Adeboye said the good news could mean the healing of the sick, setting free of the captives and the miraculous breakthrough for the indigent.

    “We are talking about Christ being resident in you and taking absolute control of your life; it’s beyond going to church and being part of church activities.

    “You can prosper even as a student when you receive the good news; the one who has been failing will no longer fail because Christ in him is the source of success.

    “When Christ comes to your aid, the fellow who has been failing can suddenly rise and surprise the professors.

    “When Christ comes in, the one who has been stagnant can be promoted; He can do for you, in one year, what you are unable to achieve in many years,” he said.