Bishop Mike Okonkwo at 78

Nigeria is blessed in more ways than one, including with countless individuals who function as tutors and guardians in all things spiritual. Among this number, Bishop Mike Okonkwo, the General Overseer and Presiding Pastor of The Redeemed Evangelical Mission (TREM) shines brightly. Recently clocking 78, Okonkwo’s existence brings renewed faith to Nigerians with respect to the superintendence of God over the nation.

Bishop Okonkwo’s life has been one of wonder. Studying under the tutelage of great men like Morris Cerrullo, he has managed to bring the divine into everyday operation. Bishop Okonkwo has demonstrated his deep understanding of life and truth in the multitude of TREM branches in the country, numbering over 180 branches. In each of these and their peers in other parts of the world, Bishop Okonkwo’s emphasis is righteousness and truth.

At 78, Bishop Okonkwo has much to be proud of, including his 30+ years of committed service to God and the many individuals he has helped bring up in similar service. Today, he is recognized for his work with the Communion of Covenant Ministers International (CCMI), the National Ministers Conference (NMC), the National Advisory Council (NAC) of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), and even the Empowerment for the Less Privileged (ELP) Foundation, to name a few.

Indeed, Bishop Okonkwo is a father to many and an inspiration to all. His life continues to bear witness to the grace that commitment to God can engender. At 78, the man continues to fight the good fight, set on winning the race and getting a crown of glory for his confession and commission.