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“The measure of a man is not in his wealth, but in the lives he uplifts for the glory of God.” Umuahia, Nigeria — October 24, 2025 The  Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Umuahia  and  former Secretary of Conference, Methodist Church Nigeria ,  His Grace, The Most Revd. Dr. Chibuzo Raphael Opoko, TFSG, DOB, JP , has extended warm felicitations to  Chief Kessington Adebukunola Adebutu , the revered businessman, philanthropist, and founder of the  Kessington Adebukunola Adebutu Foundation , on the joyous occasion of his  90th birthday anniversary . Archbishop Opoko described Chief Adebutu as  “a Kingdom steward whose life exemplifies divine benevolence and covenantal service to humanity.” “At 90, Chief Adebutu stands as a living epistle of grace — a man whose faith, philanthropy, and far-reaching influence have advanced both the Church and society. He is a testimony that when wealth is surrendered to God’s purpose, it becomes a river of blessings to g...

By   The   Rev. Uruakpa, Onyemaechi Charles Faith and Policy Correspondent, Methodist Blog Nigeria Published: September 15, 2025 | Enugu, Nigeria Enugu, Nigeria — A Historic Plea for Peace In a solemn yet historic moment for the Nigerian Church and nation, leading Archbishops and Bishops of the South East—under the banner of the Fathers of Faith —have made a united, passionate appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR , for the release of detained Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu . The open letter, dated September 15, 2025 , was issued from the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd, Enugu , and signed by representatives of the Anglican, Methodist, Catholic, Presbyterian, and Pentecostal communities in Igboland. Their message is clear: this is a moment for mercy, unity, and statesmanship . The Heart of the Appeal The Fathers of Faith acknowledged the sensitivity of Kanu’s case, which remains before the courts and adjourned to October 10, 2025 , bu...

Celebrating 34 Years of Abia State. Bu Uruakpa, Onyemaechi Charles  Umuahia, Abia State — August 29, 2025 As Abia State marks its 34th anniversary , the Archbishop of Umuahia Archdiocese, His Grace, Most Rev. Dr. Chibuzo Raphael Opoko, TFSG, DOB, JP , has issued a heartfelt congratulatory message to the Governor, His Excellency Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR , praising his transformational leadership and developmental milestones since assuming office. A Heartfelt Message from the Archbishop In a letter released to the Methodist media and shared with the public, Archbishop Opoko extolled the Governor’s commitment to good governance, transparency, and the people’s welfare. “On behalf of the clergy, laity, and the entire Methodist family within the Archdiocese of Umuahia, I heartily congratulate Your Excellency and the good people of Abia State on this 34th anniversary of our dear state. Indeed, the story of Abia is incomplete without acknowledging God’s mercies, and at this junctu...

✍️ By The Rev. Onyemaechi Charles Uruakp Media Officer, Methodist Church Nigeria – Diocese of Owerri 📍 Owerri, Imo State | May 2025 🌟 Owerri Methodist Bishop Inspires Children to Rise in All Aspects of Life. In a deeply pastoral message delivered during the 2025 Diocesan Children’s Anniversary celebration, the Methodist Bishop of Owerri Diocese , Rt. Rev. Geoffrey U. Kanu , delivered a compelling charge to the younger generation. His message echoed the powerful theme of this year’s Thanksgiving Service: “He Will Rise Again” – John 11:23 Speaking through the official Sunday School booklet, Bishop Kanu titled his address: “The Owerri Diocesan Sunday School Will Rise Again” , emphasizing that the future of the church depends on the spiritual, intellectual, and moral rise of its children . “To rise again as children covers four different folds: mentally, physically, socially, and spiritually,” he declared. 🧠 M...