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Ede agog as Faithful Celebrate the Legacy of Ori Oke Baba Abiye at 80
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Though with very little beginning, his ministry that later birthed the Ori- Oke Baba Abiye prayer mountain originated from and deeply rooted in the Christ Apostolic church mission. The ministry has over the years evolved into doyen of all prayer lovers and God’s presence seekers all over the globe.
For eight decades, Ori Oke Baba Abiye has consistently been a place of divine encounters, a phenomenon that started with Prophet Samson Akande who had a clear prophetic mandate upon his life and also backed up with profound covenantal proofs that have sustained the ministry till today. The Ministry is today under the progressive and revolutionary leadership of Prophet Timothy Funso Akande, a biological son to the founding leader, Prophet Samson Oladeji Akande and his wife, lady evangelist Adejoke Akande.
Over the years, Ori Oke Baba Abiye has been instrumental in fostering Faith, unity, peace, and Spiritual prosperity within the global Christian community. Through his various outreach programs and initiatives, the ministry has provided education to ministers of the gospel, healthcare, and social support to the less privileged, embodying the true spirit of service.
To commemorate this milestone, a series of events were held between August 7 – 9, 2024, (Day and Night) at Ori -Oke Baba Abiye, Ede, Osu State, off Ibadan – Iwo – Osogbo Highway, Alaasan, in honor of the memory and legacy of this great Icon, and celebrate the transgenerational covenant God cut with him since 1944 which still speaks loud and clear even today, many years after his departure into the realms of glory.
The festival, with the theme: Covenant Keeping God, included a grand thanksgiving service, public lectures on his life and works, sessions of inspiring praise worship, power-packed prayer/revival meetings and a community outreach programme that targeted local people, supporting them with free healthcare facilities. These events brought together dignitaries, religious leaders, popular gospel artists, community members, and well-wishers from all walks of life.
Ori Oke Baba Abiye’s 80th year’s celebration was not just a celebration of his life but also a testament to the power of faith, resilience, and the impact one individual can have on society. His legacy will undoubtedly continue to inspire generations to come.
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