Photo of the day: Pastor Adeboye as a Mathematics lecturer at UNILORIN in 1979

Pastor E.A Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, was once a mathematics lecturer at the University Of Ilorin before becoming a man of God. The photo was taken during the 1979/1980 academic year at the Mathematics and Statistics Department of the school.

Doesn't he look so peaceful...awww!

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Meet the lady who won Chris Okotie's Queen Esther beauty pageant

I really dont know the concept behing the pageantry conducted by the Pastor Chris Okotie-led Household of God but all na still gospel entertainment so I have to report on here, hehe. So Michelle Isikalu beat 16 other girls to win Queen Esther Beauty and Costume pageant which held this past Sunday December 14th at the 24th annual Grace event organized by Household of God church at their church premises in Oregun, Ikeja. See more pics of the new queen after the cut

Anglican Church opposes Catholic-Catholic ticket in Enugu guber race

These are one of the moment i feel sorry for the Body of Christ -- The Church. At first it would have been a fight against Muslim-Muslim Aspirants Ticket, now a fight against Catholic-Catholic Ticket? Too petty.

The Anglican Communion Bishops in Enugu state have opposed the Catholic-Catholic Gubernatorial ticket of the PDP in the state for next year's general election.

Speaking to newsmen in Enugu under the aegis of the Enugu Ecclesiastical Province on Dec. 17th, the Anglican Bishops led by Archbishop of the Enugu Ecclesiastical Province, Most Rev Emmanuel Chukwuma demanded that the Enugu chapter of the PDP, zone the governorship running mate slot to

PHOTOS: Presidential Christmas Carol at Aso Villa Chapel, Abuja

The 2014 Christmas Carol organised by the Aso Villa Chapel was held on Thursday at the old Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Speaking at the event, President Jonathan asked for more prayers as it is challenging being a leader, who receive contradicting counsel from his advisers. His speech and more photos from the event below

General Overseer of an Abuja-based church kidnapped

The kingdom of God suffers violence, and only the violent takes it by force. So according to LIB, The General overseer of Abuja-based church, Great Calling Ministry, Pastor Francis Irabor was  kidnapped by unknown gunmen while driving along the Lokoja-Abuja Rd in Abuja this past weekend

According to reports, the Pastor and his driver identified as Matthew Obamhen were driving in his

Awww... Yinka Ayefele remembers 1997 ghastly accident that confined him to the wheel chair. #THANKFUL

Thank God for his life oo. Somethings that people wonder how they live through just to tell the story. So award winning gospel music star, Yinka Ayefele has offered thanks to God for being alive to tell the story of the accident that confined him to the wheel chair 17 years ago. The ‘Comforter’ singer, who was involved in a ghastly car accident on his way to Abeokuta, Ogun State on Friday, December 12, 1997, took to his Facebook page to appreciate God’s mercies for sparing his life today. The Ibadan-based iconic singer accompanied the words with a collage photo of the damaged vehicle that left him unable to walk since then. See photos after the cut

Awww, DARLENE ZSCHECH declared cancer Free!! Praise God.

Christian singer Darlene Zschech who has been undergoing aggressive treatment since she was diagnosed with breast cancer in December 2013 says her doctor has just confirmed that there is no sign of cancer in her body.

“In the good Dr’s very South African accent he said ‘this is quite miraculous Darlene’!!,” says Zschech in a blog post of her recent visit with her husband Mark, to

LARA GEORGE WINS BEST GOSPEL ACT AT THE BEN TV AWARDS 2014

Lara George has emerged Ben TV Awards Gospel Act of the Year 2014 which took place a fortnight ago at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Lagos. She was nominated alongside Eben, Frank Edwards, Nathaniel Bassey, Sinach and Solomon Lange.

Expressing her delight, she posted:

“Yay!!! Guess who’s BenTV Gospel ACT 2014?” and “It’s another one! Gospel act of the year 2014, BenTV Awards! #Dansaki. Thank You Lord!”

See more pictures below

Malala Yousafzai receives her Noble Peace Prize

I know this news is coming so late but pssst! After mentioning her in the previous post about the Ebola Fighters, I thought it would also be nice to feature the story here. So 17 year old Pakistani girl rights activist, Malala Yousafzai received her Nobel Peace Prize today  Dec. 10th at the city hall in Oslo, Norway. She won the award in October alongside Indian activist Kailash Satyarthi. Receiving her award, Malala said

"I tell my story, not because it is unique, but because it is not. It is the story of many girls. I am pretty certain that I am also the first recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize who still fights with her younger brothers". 

More pics from the ceremony after the cut...

Pastor Iginla's N10bn 80,000-seater city of wonder church building

The church is matchin on, and the gates of Hell shall not prevail. Leading Abuja prophet, Bro Joshua Ighinla of Champions Royal Assembly recently held the ground breaking ceremony of his 80,000-seater city of wonder church complex which is under construction in Kubwa, Abuja. The man of God who recently celebrated the 8th year anniversary of his church reportedly used the opportunity to dash cars to his faithful friends and followers. The city of wonder camp, which will be one of the biggest in Abuja, is expected to be completed in 2015. See the photos after the cut...

Pastor Chris celebrates birthday on a yacht! WOW

Damn! I can't believe I missed this, well maybe because pictures didnt surface online until later. Anyway, our dear own self-acclaimed great man and people influencer, Pastor Chris recently turned 51, and he marked the very special day with a Party-on-a-yatch! WoW, this pastors can enjoy in this world oo. PulseNG reported it all. See the report and pictures below:

Darlene Zschech To Release Legacy Album 'In Jesus Name'

Australian worship leader and songwriter Darlene Zschech will release her new album 'In Jesus Name - A Legacy Of Worship & Faith' on 10th February 2015. The new album is described as a celebration of the ministry of Darlene Zschech. This collection contains 15 songs, such as

The 'Ebola Fighters' are named as TIME's Person of the Year 2014

The Ebola fighters are already been recognized here on earth for their selfless services, then imagine what immemorials awaits them in Heaven. Well deserving I must say. All the doctors, nurses and health workers who have worked tirelessly since the outbreak of the deadly Ebola virus around the world have been named 2014 Time Person of the Year.

At an unveiling ceremony in the US yesterday, TIME's managing editor, Nancy Gibbs, said the men and women were chosen for their 'exceptionally great amount of courage, kindness and bravery' in battling the worst outbreak of Ebola in history. Gives you goosebumps. Continue...

"People talk about me because I am a great man"- Chris Oyakhilome

The Head Pastor of Believers Loveworld aka Christ Embassy Pastor Chris Oyakhilome who has been in the news a lot lately following his very public divorce from wife of over 20 years, Anita, said the reason people talk about him is because he's a great man.

"A man's greatness is measured by the number of those who care about what happens to him or in his life. If 10 people talk about

Meet Pastor Chris Oyakhilome’s adorable daughters

Pastor Chris is one of the most influential preachers in Africa.But unfortunately. his marriage to his ex-wife, Anita Oyakhilome is allegedly heading for the rocks and It’s no longer news. News of the impending divorce has been met with mixed feelings worldwide but there is a part of their union that hasn’t really been in the limelight –  their daughters.

The union between Pastors Chris and Anita is blessed with two beautiful daughters, Charlene and

THE GRAMMYs: 2014 Award nomination features Lecrae, Erica Cambell,Natalie Grant In Gospel And Christian Music Categories

Still wondering why there is scarely an African artist on the list. Na only we waka com? Diaris Godduooo. Anyway, It was an eventful Friday as several artists were announced as the 2015 Grammy awards nominees. Some of Gospel music and Contemporary Christian Music's best artists were acknowledged for their work as well such as Crowder, Lecrae, Erica Campbell, Mercy Me, Natalie Grant and more.

See the list below:

BIZARRE!! Pastor repeatedly steps on stomach of pregnant woman during prayers (VIDEO)

The Bible says that God works in mysterious ways right? How mysterious is really mysterious? and when do we draw the line from mysterious to bizarre and outright barbaric? So according to AFP, Bishop Daniel Obinim, a Ghanaian pastor and founder of International God’s Way Church steps on a pregnant woman’s stomach in the name of delivering her. The video shows Obinim stomping on the tummy of a supposed pregnant lady in his church apparently casting demons out of her.
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NELSON MANDELA: Exit of a Great Leader. OneYear Aniversary

Africa lost one of her greatest leaders Dr Nelson Mandela exactly one year yesterday and in Pretoria – South Africans prayed, sang and fell silent on Friday to mark the first anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s death, honouring the Nobel Laureate’s role in vanquishing racist white rule.

A dawn interfaith service kicked off a sombre day of remembrance, with the country’s living liberation heroes gathering at the Freedom Park amphitheater in Pretoria.

“Twenty years of democracy has been possible because of Mandela,” tribal chief Ron Martin said as the sun edged over Pretoria’s hills and the smell of herbs burning in

LIVE VIDEO: The Experience Lagos 2014

The worship concert holds at the Tafawa Balewa Square. It is described as the biggest music concert in Africa, the organisers describe it as one where gender, nationality, status and race cease to exist “as people lift up one voice to one God. LIVE VIDEO BELOW

Artistes billed for this year’s edition include regulars such as Don Moen, Donnie McClurkin, Israel Houghton, and Chevelle Franklin. Some others such as Micah Stampley, Midnight Crew, Freke Umoh and Frank Edwards also join the list of artistes who have previously appeared and are set to

Cece Winans To Sing At Dr. Myles And Pastor Ruth Munroe Funeral

Last year, exactly a year today, Africa lost one of its greatest leaders, Nelson Mandela. This year, the world lost yet another great icon of National Transformation, Dr. Myles Munroe. It is indeed the end times, if I do say so myself. Munroe and his wife, Ruth, and Bahamas Faith Ministries deputy, Richard Pinder, along with another pastor and his family were victims of a fatal plane crash in early November.

Ten-time Grammy award winner CeCe Winans performed at the funeral for Dr. Myles Munroe and his wife, Pastor Ruth Munroe in his native Bahamas on Thursday, Dec. 4. The public funeral was held at the

CAN fixes Dec 7th as national day for prayers against Boko Haram

The leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) have fixed Sunday December 7th as a day for all churches across Nigeria to offer special prayers against the activities of Boko Haram sect and also give special offering for victims of the various attacks.

In a statement signed by the General secretary of the association, Dr. Musa Asake, CAN asked Christians to pray for all who have been affected by the activities of Boko Haram irrespective of their religious affiliations. Find the statement after the cut...

Yada Magazine To Host Rooftop Clan [Sokleva & Protek], DavidB & Others At #Stripped This December

it will indeed be an evntful period for christians this xmas season.
Yada Magazine, Nigeria's top faith based lifestyle magazine on the web is set to host Hip Hop Collective Rooftop Clan (Rooftop MCs & Protek) alongside UK Based Singer DavidB in the first edition of #Stripped. The Mini Concert is a free event aimed at promoting the diversity of gospel music in Nigeria and give a platform to emerging musicians to showcase their talents. Some of the

Da Truth storms Lagos with the biggest Gospel Rap & Spoken word concert this December

Lagos, are you ready for Rhyme and Reason, the biggest rap and spoken word concert in 2014? As the year 2014 draws to a close, and we approach the Yuletide season, 'The Consortium, a group passionate about spreading the gospel through music, dance and spoken word, in Partnership with Storm Ministries will host the first ever Rap & Spoken Word Concert in Nigeria on Sunday the 14th of December 2014.

 This unique and widely anticipated concert would be a great event to usher in the Christmas festivities, featuring some of the biggest names in the local and international rap and spoken word industries.

The Rhyme and Reason concert is the final event in a Rap and Spoken Word tour that commenced in

BRAVO NIGERIA! Nigeria moves up to 38th position on Most Corrupt List- transparency International

Many people argue till date that the current democratic dispensation of Dr Goodluck Jonathan is by far the most corrupt government that the country has ever had, but i guess this will put all arguments to rest.

This is like a good report for the Giant of Africa, Nigeria from Transparency International. Last year, the country stood at the 25th position on the list of Most corrupt countries in the world but

Good Morning Enugu With Don Moen | 7th December, 2014

After The Experience! Lagos, Prolific gopsel minister, Don Moen will fly down to the Eastern part of Nigeria for another concert. This is like double portion anointing of Praise for the inhabitants of this region.

 The town of Enugu happens to be the first Eastern capital in the history of Nigeria, and is predominantly swelled with Christians. The arrival of International Gospel Minister, Don Moen will

3 more hours to go for the biggest Gospel concert in Nigeria THE EXPERIENCE! #1G1V

The theme for this year is SACRIFICE OF PRAISE.

Sacrifice of Praise
Praise is simply pouring encouragement upon somebody for what they have accomplished. The English term “worship” comes from two ancient English words: weorth, which means worth, and scipe (or ship), which means quality or condition. So, worth-ship is the value of having worth. Whatever we dedicate our time and vigour to is what or who we worship. When we worship God, we are