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2024 PILGRIMAGE : Bishop Adegbite visits Gov. Fintiri, Flags-off screening exercise
By Joyce Remi-Babayeju
Ahead of the 2024 Christian pilgrimage exercise, the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) Bishop Stephen Adegbite, recently paid a sensitization visit to the governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa state at the Government House ,Yola.
Bishop Adegbite thanked the Governor for his continued support for Christian Pilgrimage and
commended him for the massive infrastructural development, for the peace and interfaith harmony the people of Adamawa state under his leadership.
While there the NCPC boss also supervised the ongoing screening exercise for the Adamawa state intending pilgrims and the level of preparation made by the State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board.
He who flagged off the Adamawa Pilgrim exercise expressed his satisfaction at the screening exercise and thanked the Governor for supporting the state Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board with all the necessary assistance to ensure a smooth 2024 Pilgrimage exercise.
Bishop Adegbite hinted that the next Pilgrimage exercise would commence by the end of May and would run through July, while the main Pilgrimage exercise to commence in November would run through February, next year in line with the new NCPC calendar of activities.
Earlier, the acting Executive Secretary Adamawa state Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, Mrs Angelina Tumba, thanked the NCPC boss for visiting the state to flag- off the screening exercise.
She explained that the primary role of the Board is to ensure smooth arrangements of Christian Pilgrimage activities.
Also, the Executive Secretary went on to inspection of the Commission’s North East zonal office in Yola.
March 28, 2024
NCPC BOSS, Bishop Adegbite condoles wife, family of Late Albert Akota
By Joyce Remi-Babayeju
The Executive Secretary Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, on Thursday paid a condolence visit to the wife and family of late Abuja Journalist , Albert Akota at his Mpape residence in Abuja, on Thursday ,21st March, 2024.
The NCPC boss who arrived the residence of late Mr Akota with his entourage at exactly 2:17pm and was received by the widow of the deceased, Mrs Holiness Akoka, his three children and family members.
Bishop Adegbite prayed that God would never abandon the bereaved family.
Meanwhile, the Commission has promised to support Mrs. Holiness Akoka to go on pilgrimage to Israel in the next pilgrimage exercise as a fulfillment of the long life ambition of her late husband, which he was not able to actualize before the cold hands of death took him away.
The NCPC boss further assured that the Commission would provide educational support for the three children of the late astute Journalist.
Bishop Adegbite also promised to enroll the children of the late journalist in his family foundation programme for financial support annually.
It would be recalled that the late Albert Akota was among the Journalists who covered the first assumption of office of the 4th Substantive Executive secretary of NCPC, Bishop Stephen Adegbite.
He has also covered the Commission for over five years and until his demise ,he was a reporter with the people’s daily newspaper, Abuja.
He died on the 16th march, 2024 after a brief illness.
The Commission prayed that the Lord grant his soul of the departec eternal rest.
March 22, 2024
Bishop Adegbite says Nigeria under going a season of unending grace
By Joyce Remi-Babayeju
The Executive Secretary, Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, NCPC, Bishop Stephen Adegbite has said that God would deliver Nigeria from all its challenges, stating that we are in the season of unending grace.
Bishop Adegbite said this on Friday Friday when the Coordinator and executives of the Inter-denominational Christian Fellowship, office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), who paid him a courtesy visit at NCPC corporate headquarters, Abuja.
He emphasized that Nigeria is presently experiencing a season of grace, as it is not a coincidence that while the Christians are observing their lent, the Muslims have also commenced their Ramadan fast.
He therefore emphasized that the season is a period for penitence, sober reflection, humility, sacrifice and love for one another.
The NCPC boss maintained that by the end of the fasting period, Nigeria would experience upliftment in all facets of the economy.
Bishop Adegbite used the opportunity to thank Mr. President and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation for finding him worthy and deserving of his appointment.
He thanked the Coordinator and the Executives of the Inter-denominational Christian Fellowship for the good work they are doing by propagating the gospel of God at OSGF.
Furthermore , the Bishop affirmed that it is a new dawn in NCPC and there must be a change in attitude, a change in operation and in all ramifications.
He stated that NCPC is an extension of the OSGF and thus pledged to identify with them.
His said , “We are part of OSGF, I will be part of your programmes.”
Earlier, the Coordinator of the Inter-denominational Christian Fellowship, OSGF Evangelist Ezeakachi Umunnah congratulated the Executive Secretary for his well-deserved appointment and commended Mr. President for considering him for the exalted position.
He briefed his host about the activities of the Chapel in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.
He said the chapel has given them the opportunity to raise vessels unto the Lord.
The Coordinator intimated that the chapel is used as a platform to pray for all the leaders in authority as demanded by God. He solicited for support from the Commission in whatever form.
The highlight of the visit was the presentation of the 2024 chapel calendar to the Executive Secretary.
March 16, 2024
Bishop Adegbite vows to leave lasting legacy in NCPC
By Joyce Remi-Babayeju
The Executive Secretary Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission, NCPC, Bishop Stephen Adegbite has vowed that his administration will leave a lasting legacy in the Commission.
Bishop Adegbite He said this in Lagos on Tuesday, 27th February, 2024, when he paid a courtesy visit to the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo Olu, at the Government House, Alausa, Ikeja.
He emphasized that his tasks in the NCPC was beyond pilgrimage, adding that the Commission provides a veritable platform to foster peace and peaceful co-existence among our people.”
According to him, Nigeria needs prayers, noting that the economic downturn facing Nigeria currently would soon be a thing of the past.
The NCPC lead described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a visionary leader who has impacted positively in the lives of the people and in the development of Lagos State, as he maintained that the President means well for Nigeria and should be supported by all by praying for the success of his administration.
He said, “we will continue to uphold him and Lagos state in our prayer.”
He used the occasion to appreciated Mr. President for considering him worthy of his appointment as the Executive Secretary of NCPC.
The NCPC boss reaffirmed that by his appointment, he has become the first from South West to occupy the exalted position and the first Bishop to head the Commission.
Bishop Adegbite said that he led his team to visit the Lagos State Governor first as his home, adding that charity begins at home.
He thanked the Governor for his dynamic and exceptional leadership style noting that he is proactive, unassuming and articulated.
He commended Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu and his team for the infrastructural development which is visible in Lagos State, especially
the red line rail which would be formally commissioned by President Bola Tinubu this week.
The Governor of Lagos State represented by his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat thanked the NCPC boss for making Lagos his first port of call since his assumption of office at NCPC, stating that he is their own and would remain so.
Sanwo- Olu assured the NCPC boss that Lagos State would continue to support both Christian and muslim pilgrimages.
According to him, Lagos will keep supporting pilgrimage because we believe in the essence of prayer.
He admitted that a lot has happened in Nigeria in the past, but something is being done to correct it by the present administration of President Bola Tinubu.
His said, “Nigeria was injured, but this is the time for the surgery and it is being done by professionals.”
Governor Sanwo Olu reiterated that the people of Lagos State voted them at the last election because they wanted a better life, hence the massive infrastructural development being put in place by the government.
The courtesy visit was graced by the Chairman Lagos State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, Bishop Akinpelu Johnson, Lagos Board Secretary Mrs Florence Gbafe, Director of Administration NCPC, Barr. Sonny Ebiyaibo, Mr Sunday Udeh, Director of Operations, Mr. Celestine Toruka, Deputy Director/ Head Media and Public Relations as well as the Head of Protocol NCPC, Pastor Stephen Adewara.
February 29, 2024
Beyond Pilgrimage, NCPC is platform for Peace – Bishop Adegbite
By Joyce Remi-Babayeju
The Executive Secretary, Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission, Bishop Stephen Adegbite has said that the NCPC mandate is beyond pilgrimage, rather it is a platform of peace.
The NCPC head disclosed this on Thursday when the leadership of the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, paid him a congratulatory visit in NCPC corporate headquarters, Abuja .
The NCPC boss noted that the work of peace is unending and enjoined Nigerians, particularly the youths to pursue peace at all cost for a better society.
He said, “All Christians are one, thus there is need to foster unity, bridge the gap and cement relationship with one another.”
Bishop Adegbite thanked the youths for identifying with him over his appointment, adding that the appointment belongs to the body of Christ.”
However, he promised to take NCPC to a higher pedestal.
He further admonished the youth to cash in on the opportunity of the lent to reach out to the less priviledged ones in in the society, bearing in mind that the period of lent is for sober reflection, penetance and mercy.
He assured the YOWICAN members that the Commission would collaborate with them, especially in the area of youth pilgrimage.
“We are going to work together, and Nigeria will be better for all of us “, he assured.
Earlier, the National Chairman of the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria, YOWICAN, Mr Belusochukwu Enwere described the NCPC boss as being a role model and a mentor over time.
Enwere described the Bishop as a man who loves humanity and indeed the body of Christ.
He appreciated the NCPC boss for his advisory role to the Association over the years which has helped in moulding them positively.
He stressed that his appointment as NCPC boss was a crown from God who has rewarded him with all his selfless service to God and humanity.
You worked very hard to deserve this position and it our duty as youths in the body of Christ to pray for you to succeed in your new office.
There was a presentation of congratulatory card by the YOWICAN to Bishop Adegbite.
The courtesy visit was graced by some of the board members of the Commission – Bishop Raphael Benjamin Nwankwo, the representative of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Dr. Simon Dolly Federal Commissioner representing North Central as well as Chief Prince Weli Wosu Federal Commisioner representing South-South geo- political Zone.
February 23, 2024
Bishop Adegbite optimistic that Nigerians would soon get over economic challenges
By Joyce Remi-Babayeju
The Executive Secretary Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission, Bishop Stephen Adegbite has expressed optimism that Nigeria would soon get out of its current harsh economic situation facing it .
The NCPC boss made this disclosure this Wednesday, during a courtesy visit to the Hon. Minister of Interior , Dr. Olubunmi Tunji – Ojo at the Federal Secretariat Complex, Area I, Garki Abuja.
Bishop Adegbite said, ” we understand what our nation is passing through, we are not alone , it is a global recession , and we will get out of this quagmire.”
The NCPC boss however enjoined Nigerians to pray for the nation during this Lenten period, noting that it is a time for repentance and sober reflection.
He said that Nigeria is passing through a global recession and most nations are passing through tough times.
Adegbite appealed to well meaning Nigerians and the Church to impact positively on the people as a way of mitigating the harsh economic inflation in the country.
Bishop Adegbite also disclosed that the Commission and the Ministry of Interior always had a robust relationship over the years which explains why the ministry has a representative on the Board of NCPC.
He explained that his visit was to further strengthen the synergy between them.
He used the visit to made a case for special Passport for the NCPC board members, as the Ministry through the Nigeria Immigration Service oversees the issuance of passports to Nigerians.
The said,“We are going to work with your Ministry in Synergy to Project the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President.
He also hinted that the theme of the Commission’s Pilgrimage this year is “Renewed Hope and Satisfaction”.
The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo who was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Aishetu Ndayako congratulated the NCPC boss for his well deserved appointment as the Executive Secretary of the Commission by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
She said, “we are pleased to have you in our midst, we will continue to work with you to facilitate Christian pilgrimage exercise and ensure effective discharge of our duties seamlessly.
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She assured the NCPC boss that the Minister of Interior is favourably disposed to synergize with the Commission for better pilgrimage exercise to the Holy land.
“We will continue to work with you to ensure you deliver on your mandate.”
She disclosed that internal security is the mandate of the Ministry and so must work and addressed as a people and as a nation.
The Executive Secretary was accompanied on the courtesy visit by the Directors of the Commission and some key management staff.
February 22, 2024
New NCPC Boss, Bishop Adegbite says it’s new beginning for Pilgrimage in Nigeria
By Joyce Remi-Babayeju
The new Executive Secretary Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission, NCPC Bishop Stephen Adegbite has said it is a new dawn and a new beginning for NCPC and Christian Pilgrimage in Nigeria.
Bishop Adegbite made this pronouncement on Thursday at his first strategic meeting with the states Pilgrimage Leaders and Managers at the NCPC Office in Abuja.
He said,” as we begin our journey together, it is a new dawn; a new beginning”. He explained that the stakeholders must see themselves as partners in progress with the Commission.”
The Bishop said that states Pilgrimage Leader must play pivotal role as major stakeholders of the Commission in the advancement of Christian Pilgrimage in their various states as well as Nigeria.
He urged them to see pilgrimage as a passion and not a jamboree. His said, ” every year I go on pilgrimage something new must happen, therefore let us see pilgrimage exercise as a passion because there is reward in doing so.”
Bishop Adegbite however noted that Nigeria is passing through challenges just like every other nation but urged Nigerians to continue to pray that the Lord would heal our land.
While calling for a rebuild of people’s confidence in themselves, thanked them for the sacrifices they have made in the past and the ones they would make in the future.
The Bishop also gave them the assurance that he would operate with honesty and integrity while carrying every one along.
According to the NCPC boss,” together we will move Nigeria forward and we will change the narrative”.
Bishop Adegbite hinted that the Commission would soon advertise its expression of interest in both local and international print media for prospective service providers to bid for the 2024 pilgrimage exercise.
According to him, it is no longer going to be business as usual, but openness and sincerity would be the hallmark of his leadership.
He reiterated that due process would be followed religiously under his watch .
” I am not going to indulge in illegality, he stressed.
Speaking, the Chairman of Conference of States which comprises Chairmen and Secretaries of states Christian Pilgrims Welfare Boards, Rev Isaiah Magaji congratulated Bishop Adegbite on behalf of his colleagues for a well deserved appointment by President Bola TInubu as the 4th substantive Executive Secretary of the Commission.
I Rev Magaji said, ” we always try by all means to carry each other along”.He said,” carrying us along in every activity of the Commission counts a lot.”
He assured the NCPC boss of their maximum cooperation.
He further solicited the assistance of the NCPC boss in reaching out to their state governors on sensitization drive as this would help in leveraging their efforts in their various states.
February 16, 2024