President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Bishop Francis Wale Oke on his successful re-election as the National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) at the recently concluded 18th Biennial National Conference in Abuja.
In a statement released on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described Bishop Oke as a highly esteemed religious leader, a man of unwavering faith, and a distinguished figure in Nigeria’s Christian community. He commended the Bishop’s dedication to promoting religious unity and his unrelenting efforts in advancing the spiritual and moral development of the nation.
The President emphasized the Bishop’s significant contributions to the Christian faith, highlighting his role as the Presiding Bishop of Sword of the Spirit Ministries International, which he founded in 1983, and his leadership as the Chancellor of Precious Cornerstone University (PCU). He noted that Bishop Oke’s tireless work in shaping the spiritual landscape of Nigeria has not gone unnoticed and deserves recognition.
President Tinubu also acknowledged the Bishop’s initiative, the Nigeria Turning Point Prayer Movement, which has played a crucial role in fostering national unity through prayers and spiritual intercessions. He commended Bishop Oke for his unwavering commitment to ensuring that faith remains a guiding force in the nation’s journey toward peace, progress, and prosperity.
The statement further quoted President Tinubu as saying, “Bishop Oke is a respected clergyman, an accomplished author, and a preacher of great influence. His leadership within the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria continues to strengthen the spiritual fabric of our nation. His commitment to religious harmony and his dedication to preaching the gospel of love, kindness, and peace is truly commendable.”
The President urged Bishop Oke to continue using his influential platform to inspire Nigerians through messages of faith and hope, encouraging him to remain steadfast in his mission of spreading the teachings of Jesus Christ. He expressed confidence that the Bishop’s re-election would usher in another phase of impactful leadership within the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria.
As he concluded his message, President Tinubu offered prayers for divine strength and fresh anointing upon Bishop Oke, wishing him continued wisdom, grace, and spiritual guidance in his role as a leader in the Lord’s vineyard. He reassured the Christian community of his administration’s commitment to religious tolerance and national unity, recognizing the pivotal role that faith-based leaders like Bishop Oke play in the nation’s development.