Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi has congratulated the general overseer of Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye at 80.
In a statement released by the governor via his official Facebook account as read in part:
“On this occasion of your 80th birthday, I join your numerous well-wishers around the world to celebrate your life and legacy.
“I use this opportunity to pay tribute to your personal life and ministry, and to celebrate you on account of your character of modesty, humility, and integrity which you have consistently demonstrated through decades of service to God and country.
“The power of your personal example modelled for millions to pattern their lives after has become a reference point for many of your followers around the world.
“I also celebrate your impact as a true servant of God whose ministry has been blessed with the evidence of good fruits that abide. I am particularly grateful that you have extended the reach of your ministry beyond your membership, and carried out many interventions addressing crucial social issues in the sociely at large, making your impact felt as the salt of the carth by contributing to the peace and development of our great country Nigeria, and others around the world.
“Last but not the least, I thank you for the privilege of access to you, and the fatherly guidance you have availed me for many years. I thank you for your warm reception at the various times I had the opportunity to meet you, and for your gracious visitations to Ekiti State, to pray for us, and counsel us in the ways of the Lord.
“My wife Bisi and I, on behalf of the Government and People of Ekiti State, celebrate a true servant of God and a perfect Christian gentleman, and wish you many more years of good health, impact and bliss”.