Tinubu, wife hail Adeboye at 84 as Nigeria’s ‘spiritual fortress’

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja

President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu have celebrated the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, on the eve of his 84th birthday, describing him as “one of our nation’s greatest gifts: a spiritual fortress interceding for Nigeria and its people to God Almighty.”

In a joint State House press statement issued on Saturday, the presidential couple praised Daddy G.O.’s profound influence, noting, “His humility is genuine, and his wisdom runs deep beyond the ordinary. His contributions to our nation extend beyond the pulpit—where he ministers to souls—to philanthropy, healthcare, education, and economic empowerment.”

The statement, signed by both President Tinubu and the First Lady, highlighted Adeboye’s “grace of stewardship and leadership” as he turns 84 on 2 March, extending congratulations to him, his wife, Pastor Foluke, RCCG members and the Body of Christ. “We thank the Lord’s own servant for his unceasing prayers for our nation and commend his patriotic zeal, manifest determination and commitment to Nigeria’s progress,” it added.

Tinubu and his wife also acknowledged the clergyman’s enduring legacy: “We also acknowledge the unique leadership role of the renowned clergyman, whose teachings over the past five decades continue to shape and transform lives across generations in the country and beyond.”

The tribute concluded with prayers for sustained vitality. “As Daddy G.O. celebrates this special day, we pray that God Almighty continue to bless him with good health and strength as he continues his good work in the Lord’s vineyard,” the statement read.