By Uchenna Eletuo
Faithfuls of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) on Sunday celebrated the General Overseer (G O) of the church, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, on his 82nd birthday.
Adeboye, born March 2, 1942, has been described as a Gospel revivalist and good home advocate for the contemporary generation.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that activities heralding the event commenced on Thursday, with an 82-hours non stop praise by the church’s youth choir.
A Special Holy Ghost and Thanksgiving Service was held at the church’s Redemption Camp, Redemption City, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The congregation, however, thanked God for the gift of life of the pastor and prayed for good health and sustenance in his endeavours.
The event, with the theme “On Eagles’ Wings”, highlighted the pastor’s stride over the years in the service of God and mankind.
NAN also reports that the redemption camp hosted people from across the world who came to pay tribute to the clergy and appreciate him for his inspiring counsel.
Speaking on the birthday celebration, the Head of the National Ushers for the church, Pastor James Akinyemi, described Adeboye as one with special covenant with God, adding that the celebrator has remained consistent in his calling.
“Daddy, just like good wine, gets better with age.
“We pray that in this year’s special Holy Ghost Service, God will give him the choicest birthday present,” he said.
An Administrator at the camp, Pastor Kunle Ajayi, said Adeboye has been a father to all, with many children carrying out the daddy’s GO mandate of preaching the good news.
“It is our prayer that God gives him a fresh oil to triumph the more,” he said.
NAN also reports that some members presented gifts to show love to the pastor.
(NAN)
