Tinubu Rejoices With Bishop Oyedepo on 69th Birthday
* Celebrates Segun Awolowo at 60
Deji Elumoye in Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has rejoiced with the Presiding Bishop of Living Faith Church Worldwide also known as Winners Chapel International, Dr. David Oyedepo, as he clocks 69 on September 27, 2023.
The president, in a release issued on Tuesday by his Media Adviser, Ajuri Ngelale, affirmed that the words and works of wisdom demonstrated by the visionary gospel leader continue to resonate within and beyond Nigeria, impacting greatly on the economy in the areas of education, healthcare, infrastructure, banking, publishing and transportation.
President Tinubu acknowledged the great strides of Bishop Oyedepo in pursuing personal, intellectual and spiritual development for humanity, while encouraging many to grow through the practical teaching of the Word of Faith with remarkable results in the expansion of the ministry.
The president believed the lifestyle of the Bishop, reflected in his teachings on love, peace, prosperity, faith and wisdom, remain exemplary even as his dedication to building lasting institutions and a God-fearing generation speaks of his unequivocal commitment to God.
He prayed that the Almighty God will continue to fortify and multiply His grace on Bishop Oyedepo and his family.
In another congratulatory message, President Tinubu also on Tuesday joined Nigerians and well-wishers globally in celebrating the President of the National Trade Promotion Organisations of the Economic Community of West African States, Mr. Segun Awolowo, on his 60th birthday on September 27, 2023.
The president shared in the immense joy of this important milestone with the scion of Chief Obafemi Awolowo’s family, while congratulating the former Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) for sustaining the legacy of the family in public service.
President Tinubu recognized the zeal, courage and wisdom that Awolowo has brought into the positions of leadership he has previously held, with an admirable profile of working with every president of Nigeria since 1999, while leaving behind his trademark works of excellence at every stage.
The president appreciated the sacrifices of the legal practitioner, who accepted the call to serve the country at a young age, and continues to inspire younger generations to imbibe the virtues of excellence and patriotism in service.
President Tinubu prayed for the well being of Awolowo and his family, while wishing him many more years in good health and quality service delivery in his present and future endeavours.
