President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Bishop David Olaniyi Oyedepo, the Founder and Presiding Bishop of Living Faith Church Worldwide, on his 72nd birthday. In a statement issued on September 27, President Tinubu praised Bishop Oyedepo's remarkable contributions to the moral and spiritual development of individuals and communities in Nigeria and globally. The President acknowledged Bishop Oyedepo's life devoted to faith, service, leadership, and human development.
According to President Tinubu, Bishop Oyedepo has consistently emphasized integrity, discipline, diligence, responsibility, and excellence throughout his ministry. The President also commended Bishop Oyedepo's advocacy for values that strengthen families, institutions, and nations. His message of hope, purpose, and personal responsibility has resonated with people across Nigeria and beyond. The President joined the Oyedepo family, Living Faith Church Worldwide, the Christian community, and millions of Bishop Oyedepo's admirers in celebrating his life.
President Tinubu praised Bishop Oyedepo's significant contributions to education and human-capital development through institutions such as Covenant University and Landmark University. These institutions have provided platforms for academic excellence, leadership development, entrepreneurship, and innovation. The President noted that Bishop Oyedepo's influence extends beyond the pulpit into education, publishing, leadership development, and humanitarian service.
The Living Faith Church, under Bishop Oyedepo's leadership, has maintained a significant international presence across Africa and other parts of the world. For over four decades of ministry, Bishop Oyedepo has become a prominent Nigerian voice on faith, leadership, integrity, education, and human development. His books and teachings have reached audiences across national and continental boundaries.
President Tinubu saluted Bishop Oyedepo for the social-development initiatives associated with his ministry, including schools, healthcare facilities, and humanitarian interventions. The David Oyedepo Foundation has also provided support for education and people in need. The President celebrated Bishop Oyedepo's life of service and prayed that Almighty God would continue to grant him wisdom, strength, good health, and renewed grace.
On the occasion of his 72nd birthday, President Tinubu wished Bishop Oyedepo many more years of fulfilment, good health, and continued service to God and humanity. The President's statement was signed by Bayo Onanuga, his spokesperson. Bishop Oyedepo's ministry has given him a significant national and international footprint.
The congratulatory message from President Tinubu reflects the high esteem in which Bishop Oyedepo is held in Nigeria and globally. Bishop Oyedepo's commitment to building lives, institutions, and communities has earned him a reputation as a leader and a voice for faith, education, and human development.
Key points
- President Tinubu praises Bishop Oyedepo's contributions to moral and spiritual development.
- Bishop Oyedepo's ministry has had a significant impact on education and human-capital development.
- The President wishes Bishop Oyedepo many more years of fulfilment and service to God and humanity.
