– President Buhari birthday message to Pastor Adeboye
President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari joins millions of people in celebrating Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, General Overseer of Redeemed Christian Church of God, at 78.
The man of God celebrated his 78th years old birthday earlier this week and President Buhari was not left out as he joined the Christian community in celebrating the him.
In a statement by his spokesman, Mr Femi Adesina in Abuja on Monday, the president saluted Adeboye’s dedication to God, welfare of the church and consistency in preaching and living the gospel for many years. He also lauded the never ending commitment and positive effect the preacher has had on the country and its citizens, with a wide network that hugely impacts on education, infrastructure and health.
The president also cited that the clegyman’s influence and contributions towards the growth of the nation can never be over emphasized. President Buhari prayed that the almighty God would grant Pastor Adeboye longer life, good health and more wisdom to continue sharing the love of Christ.
“President Buhari notes, with delight, the extensive contributions of Pastor Adeboye to the growth of the country, especially his forthrightness in telling the truth to leaders, regular mobilisation of members of his church to civic responsibilities and relentless courage in taking the gospel to every part of Nigeria and almost every country in the world.
“As the General Overseer turns 78, the President recalls his interactions with the pastor over many years, underscoring his warmth, kindness and commitment to seeing the good in others, while vigorously pursuing the divine vision of creating an enabling environment for worship and living the teachings of the Bible.
“President Buhari prays that the almighty God will grant Pastor Adeboye longer life, good health and more wisdom to continue sharing the love of Christ.” The statement reads.
