By Nwosu Uzoma
It was a day of honour for the Executive Secretary Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission (NCPC) Rt. Rev Dr. Stephen Adegbite as the Archdiocese of Abuja Young Men’s Fellowship converged in his celebration.
The President of the Fellowship, Barr. Peterson C. Ihunweze presented an award of excellence to the Executive Secretary in recognition of his remarkable service to God and humanity.
The colourful ceremony took place on Saturday, March 29 at a special thanksgiving service to mark the 73rd birthday of President Bola Tinubu at Methodist Church, Cathedral of Unity, Zone, 3. Wuse Abuja.
Barr. Ihunweze expressed gratitude to Bishop Adegbite for his unwavering support and love for the Young Men Fellowship, as well as his outstanding contributions to the Methodist Church and the nation.
He also seized the opportunity to invite Bishop Adegbite to partner with the Fellowship in an ongoing construction project of a new office space for the Bishop of Minna Diocese.
In his response the visibly excited Bishop Adegbite thanked the Young Men’s Fellowship for their commitment and dedication to the service of God, pledging to support the Fellowship and the Church.
The event drew an impressive attendance, including Secretary to Government of the Federation (SGF) Senator George Akume who represented President Bola Tinubu.
Others are Senator Simon Lalong, top government officials, prominent church leaders including the Archbishop of Abuja, His Grace, the Most Revd Dr. Micheal O. Akinwale, Bishops, Presbyters, Ministers, and members of the Church.
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