Tribute
By Uchenna Eletuo
Lagos, June 19, 2024 (NAN) Clerics and other Nigerians on Wednesday paid tribute to Bishop Margaret Bolanle Odeleke, General Overseer of the Power Pentecostal Church, on her 50 years of gospel evangelism and 74th birthday anniversary.
The Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Christian Pilgrims Commission, Archbishop Stephen Adegbite, and Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo of the Kingsway International Christian Church were among the clerics that felicitated Odeleke.
The celebration took place at the Power Pentecostal Church Headquarters at Cele, Okota, Lagos State.
They described Odeleke as a woman of virtues, who should be emulated.
Adegbite described her as a light that illuminated its surroundings.
According to him, the celebrator has remained a role model to many.
He said that Odeleke had a character that endeared her to all who encountered her.
“As a preacher, her message and disposition have been uncontroversial.
“Fifty years on pulpit and 74 years of age are eloquent testimonies,” he said.
Ashimolowo said that the celebrator started preaching when women preachers were rare.
He said that he had known her for the past 45 years.
According to Ashimolowo, Odeleke lost her mother when she was two years old but she confronted her challenges and remained steadfast.
“Bishop Odeleke’s standing in the ministry is that of a groomer of people; many ministers of the gospel can trace their inspiration to her.
“She is a role model for the youth,” Ashimolowo said.
He charged the youth to be steadfast in Jesus Christ in spite of any challenges. (NAN)
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Edited by Ijeoma Popoola
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