* With over 100 churches under his watch
Sunday, November 3, 2024 remains remarkable in the life of Eze Aro of Arochukwu Kingdom, His Eminence Dr Eberechukwu Oji.
It was a day the leadership of Redeemed Church of God (RCCG) entrusted in his care, the pastoral guidance of Lagos Province 101 at a formal inauguration ceremony of The Lords Shepherd in the Ajah area of the State.
Present to celebrate the momentous occasion with the Arochukwu monarch were family members, friends and associates who came from far and near.
In his welcome address, Eze Eberechukwu Oji said:
“It is with great joy and gratitude to God that I stand before you today on this exceptional occasion – the inauguration of RCCG Lagos Province 110.
“This day marks the beginning of a new chapter in the life of our Province; a chapter that we believe will be filled with hope, faith, and abundant blessings.
He continued: “On behalf of the leadership and all members of this Province, I would like to warmly welcome our distinguished guests, our beloved congregation, and everyone who has taken the time to be with us today.
“Firstly, I want to praise God Almighty, who has been our guide, strength, and provider. I want to take a moment to acknowledge and thank some very important people whose tireless efforts have helped bring Lagos Province 110 to life.”
Pastor Eberechukwu Oji specifically acknowledged Pastor Oladele Balogun, the Special Assistant (Admin) to General Overseer Enoch Adeboye; Pastor Samuel Olaniyan; Pastor Olufemi Rosanwo; Pastor Johnson Ashaolu; and Pastor Tinuola Odugbemi.
Others were Pastor Olatunbosun Theophilus; Pastor Okunola Olusegun, and Pastor Adeyemi Ademola.
To them and others, Pastor Eberechukwu Oji said “you have been instrumental in making this day a reality. We are grateful to each of you”.
He als0 expressed gratitude to members of the committee, whom he said had worked tirelessly to make the day a reality.
He reiterated the divine mandate handed to the Province, saying:
“Our mandate is to reach out to those who are hurting; to welcome those who are seeking, and to be a light that shines brightly.
“We also recognize that this is just the beginning. There is still much work to be done, as we continue to build and grow this Province. We invite everyone here today to join us on this journey. Together, let us strive to make this place a home where everyone feels welcomed, loves, and valued.
In his sermon titled “The New Things”, Pastor Balogun, while acknowledging Pastor Eberechukwu Oji as the monarch of Arochukwu Kingdom, declared that “there shall be peace; development, and love in Arochukwu Kingdom.
Continued, the preacher prophesied that the Province shall witness series of new things, including fresh blessings and fresh miracles, etc.
Pastor Balogun specifically prophesied the coming of miracles and new things in the life of the Province, the pastors and worshipers such that had never been seen before; what he described as “customized blessings”.
The Lords Shepherd Parish was inaugurated on December 25, 2011 under the leadership of Pastor Femi Rosanwo, who was then the Pastor-in-Charge of Everyday With Jesus in Lagos Province 1.
Records have it that the Parish started with a committed team of 13 workers led by Deacon Akinpelu Modupe, who currently serves as the Pastor-in-Charge of Restoration of Joy area in Lagos Province 110.
In four years, The Lord Shepherd Parish attained the status of Area Headquarters within Lagos Province 1.
After seven years of growth and development, the Parish was elevated to zonal status.
Notably, 13 years after its foundation, The Lords Shepherd Parish reached the esteemed status a full Province Headquarters known as Lagos Province 110, now under the guidance of Pastor Eberechukwu Oji, espousing the core values of Holiness, Love, Service, and Integrity.
In rounding off the ceremony, Eze Eberechukwu Oji thanked the leadership of the RCCG, the people of Arochukwu Kingdom who came in a large number to felicitate him, old boys of Emmanuel College, Owerri, and his colleagues from the oil and gas industry including his friends that flew in from the United Kingdom, Netherlands and Kazakhstan.