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Redemption Camp

December 11, 2017

[The Church Blog] Yemi Osinbajo, Akinwunmi Ambode and all of the celebs we saw at Redemption Camp #SongsofVictory

If there’s one thing we know RCCG of in the past few years, it’s how the church has hosted several top celebrities in The Redemption Camp at various times. From presidents to governors to senators, entertainers and even pastors. Although, some might have come for an ulterior motive, we chose to unlook. Their motive is none... Read More

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CAN appoints Oritsejafor’s successor

The successor of Ayo Oritsejafor as President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has been announced. Appointed as Oritsejafor’s replacement is the President of the Nigerian Baptist Convention (NBC), Reverend Supo Ayokunle. Ayokunle emerged the new president of CAN on Tuesday, June 14. The Reverend defeated Elder Joseph Otubu of the Motailatu Church Cherubim... Read More

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February 22, 2016

‘Presidency plotting to install Northerner as Oritsejafor’s successor’

As the tenure of the President of Christian Association of Nigeria, Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, comes to an end in July, reports have surfaced from within the Christian community that the Presidency is keenly interested in whom is chosen as his successor. There are also rumours flying around, of alleged plans by President Muhammadu Buhari and... Read More

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January 10, 2016

‘My critics are shameless… they need deliverance – Ayo Oritsejafor

Former National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, has described his critics as shameless, faceless individuals, who need deliverance. Oritsejafor also said that he left N600m in the coffers of PFN and almost completed a secretariat for the association, while he served as president. Speaking to a Punch Newspaper correspondent in Warri, Delta... Read More

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Did you know… GEJ’s prayer warrior, Oritsejafor prayed for Buhari?

by Kolapo Olapoju The Christian mouthpiece and prayer-warrior of the Peoples Democratic Party who also doubles as President of the Christian Association of Nigeria, has said a prayer for President-elect, Muhammadu Buhari. Ayo Oritsejafor recently prayed for Nigerians, Buhari, the upcoming elections as well as commending President Jonathan for his role in last week’s polls.... Read More

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November 16, 2014

CAN directs churches to collect special offering for victims of insurgency

by Temitope Onitiju To alleviate the plight of people affected by the terror attacks of the Islamic terrorist sect, Boko Haram, the leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has declared a day to raise money for affected Nigerians in the northeast. CAN has directed all churches across Nigeria to collect a special offering on... Read More

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October 20, 2014

“I can personally vouch for him” – Pastor Adeboye defends Oritsejafor over $9.3 million arms deal

by Kolapo Olapoju In the wake of revelations that his private jet was used to transport $9.3 million to South Africa, Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor was widely criticised for his role in the failed arms deal. Nigerians across board had questioned the use of Oritsejafor’s private jet by the Federal Government, and while some of his fellow pastors... Read More

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October 9, 2014

Opinion: Okogie got It right on Jonathan and Oritsejafor

by Ikechukwu Orji Cardinal Anthony Olubunmi Okogie is a man of moral masculinity. He has been known to speak his mind on any issue. I really think the government should be elastic enough to accommodate the views of such a renowned man of God. The recent attack on his person over his candid comment on the... Read More

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October 8, 2014

APC in league with South Africa and US to embarrass Nigeria – @realFFK

by Kolapo Olapoju Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, has accused the major opposition party, All Progressives Congress, of being in partnership with the South African and Unites States’ governments to scuttle the efforts of the Nigerian government in fighting the war against Boko Haram. Fani-Kayode was a guest on Channels TV’ Sunrise programme on Wednesday,... Read More

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September 28, 2014

Independence Service – GEJ and Oritsejafor urge Nigerians to unite against #BokoHaram

President Goodluck Jonathan on Sunday said the lack of unity amongst Nigerians, makes it difficult to overcome the current insurgency which has claimed several innocent lives and destroyed properties worth billions in the country. The President stated this while speaking at the interdenominational church service to mark the 54th independence anniversary of the country which... Read More

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September 20, 2014

@Ayourb to @Saatah : This is not a rejoinder, it is an education on how not to write.

by Ayobami Oyalowo Read: @Ayourb: Pastor Oritsejafor should resign and face the music [ HERE] Read: @Saatah to @Ayourb on #OritsejaforGate : No one is entitled to be ignorant (A Rejoinder) [HERE] I have chosen to speak up, to educate a wilful, and capriciously ignorant and misguided young man who chose to delve into a... Read More

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September 18, 2014

@dolusegun : Ayo Oritsejafor, the Presidency and $9.3m in 30 points

by Olusegun Dada The Nigerian government wanted some cache of weapons in South Africa which of course is needed to fight our worst enemies “Boko Haram”. So our government immediately hatched a fool proof plan to get the weapons from South Africa. I am not a weapons person so I can’t really say for certain... Read More

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September 18, 2014

“You are just like Ichabod”, “Look beyond your bling” || @ElRufai just used the Bible to demolish Oritsejafor

by Akan Ido The war of words between former Federal Capital Territory minister, Nasir el-Rufai and the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, still rages with el-Rufai firing the latest salvo. Leaders of the CAN have warned the All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwart to watch his tongue and show some... Read More

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September 17, 2014

@Ayourb: Pastor Oritsejafor should resign and face the music

by Ayobami Oyalowo When the news broke that a private plane from Nigeria was seized in South Africa with brand new dollar notes of about $10m my heart palpitated and I was askance even though I was in the midst of others. My fear steamed for a few facts. I was sure that the federal... Read More

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September 17, 2014

Our government admits to being aware of planeload of cash

by Kolapo Olapoju After an aircraft conveying $9.3m cash from Abuja, allegedly for arms purchase, was seized by the South African authorities, the Nigerian government has said it was aware of the aeroplane and its mission. Two Nigerians and an Israeli aboard the plane were detained for transporting the money into South Africa. Ysterday, it... Read More

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September 16, 2014

Oritsejafor reacts to alleged ownership of private jet used in smuggling billions into South Africa

by S’ola Filani A few days ago, news broke that authorities in South Africa had intercepted an Israeli citizen and two Nigerians who attempted to smuggle $9.3 million cash into the country. The money was seized by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) from a private jet arriving at Lanseria airport in Johannesburg on September... Read More

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September 10, 2014

It won’t go away – Tweeps continue reacting to El Rufai naming Jonathan, Oritsejafor as Boko Haram sponsors

by Emma Chidiogo Amidst curiosity that has left many Nigerians in a puzzled state over the possible sponsors of the Islamist Militant Group, Boko Haram, former minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mallam Nasir ElRufai, has once again listed President Goodluck Jonathan as a major sponsor of the terrorist group. The ex-minister, who disclosed a... Read More

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Opinion: For those who take delight in criticizing our leaders

by Chinedu George Nnawetanma Nevertheless, the insinuation that all the activities of the Federal Government of Nigeria should be ground to a halt until the Chibok girls are rescued is rather uncalled for and misguided. A few days ago, I was going through a news article on a popular website about President Jonathan performing the... Read More

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Femi Fani-Kayode: Boko Haram, Jonathan and the Northern elders

by Femi Fani-Kayode It is another that said, only a few weeks ago, that our country ‘’would burn’’ if Jonathan or any other southerner contests for the Presidential election in 2015. On 4th May 2014, Abubakar Shekau, the leader Boko Haram, proclaimed:”I am going to marry out any woman who is twelve years old, and if... Read More

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January 29, 2014

Why Boko Haram militants are still on rampage – Ayo Oritsejafor

by ‘Jola Sotubo The menace of terrorist group, Boko Haram is one that has haunted Nigerians for a number of years now. Despite seemingly fervent efforts by security troops and the Federal Government to put an end to the activities of the sect, they have continued to claim innocent lives. The President of the Christian... Read More

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December 31, 2013

Chris Oyakhilome, Ayo Oritsejafor, Biodun Fatoyinbo… We present the top 10 pastors from 2013!

by Eromo Egbejule Who are we to judge? From flashy ministers to the massively entrepreneurial, those rocked by scandal to those who continue to inspire – these are the 10 most influential Nigerian pastors in the past year. Chris Okotie Always a popstar. The flamboyant and charismatic preacher who is renowned for using jaw-breaking words... Read More

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December 24, 2013

Breaking: Ex-CAN President kidnapped by gunmen in Ogun

by Akan Ido There are indications that the retired Primate of the Anglican Church , Peter Jasper Akinola has been kidnapped. Akinola, one of the most revered Christian leaders in recent times was said to have been abducted by gunmen alongside his driver in Ogun State. The circumstances surrounding his kidnap is yet unclear but... Read More

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November 15, 2013

“A true man of God will never take sides” – Niger-Delta bishops have a strong message for Oritsejafor

by Akan Ido The Bishops and Clerics Forum of Nigeria (BAFCON) has threatened to take legal action against the South South Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria over its suspension. The BAFCON spokesperson described their suspension as nonsensical alleging that the National President of CAN, Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor rushed into conclusion in supporting their... Read More

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September 20, 2013

Oritsejafor is an active soldier of the ruling party – el-Rufai blasts CAN President

by ‘Jola Sotubo Following the statement by the management of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) that he needs psychiatric testing, Nasir El Rufai has responded with even more criticisms against the leadership of the body. [READ: CAN lays it on el-Rufai, recommend him for psychiatric evaluation] The former Minister of the Federal Capital Abuja,... Read More

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Papa is back! Oritsejajor re-elected as CAN president, immediately warns Christians about “Fulani herdsmen”

by Isi Esene Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor has been re-elected as the president of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) winning an overwhelming majority of the votes. In the election which took place on Thursdy night, Oritsejafor polled 80 votes to beat his only opponent in the election, Reverend Oyekunle, who scored a mere four... Read More

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Private jet: Oyedepo, Oritsejafor, Dangote, others can’t lift friends and associates – FG

by Akan Ido The new National Civil Aviation Policy, 2013, released by the Federal Government on Friday has barred individuals with private jets from conveying friends and business associates on board the jet. It, however, allows owners to lift family members on the aircraft. It states further that companies with private jets are permitted to... Read More

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Private jets: “You can’t oversee churches in 160 countries on a bicycle” – Pastor Adeboye

by Isi Esene Pastor E.A Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has made a case for mega-pastors owning private jets. He argued that jets are a necessity for effective evangelism especially when you head a church which has its membership spread across 160 countries. Adeboye, in an interview with... Read More

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February 10, 2013

Just In: Felix Omobude succeeds Ayo Oritsejafor as new PFN president

by Akan Ido Reverend Felix Omobude has been announced as the new President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN). This was made public by Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, the president of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), on Friday in Uyo, Akwa Ibom, at the conclusion of the 12th National Biennial Conference of the PFN.... Read More

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February 7, 2013

Confessions of an ex-Oritsejafor voltron

by Mark Amaza I have a confession to make: My name is Mark Amaza and I used to be a rabid voltron for Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, the president of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN). I would vigorously endorse all his statements and actions; in my eyes, Papa Ayo could do no wrong. Before you... Read More

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