Ademola Adeleke, the Governor of Osun State, on Monday joined in celebrating the 84th birthday of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye.
During a courtesy visit, Governor Adeleke was captured in a video shared by his Special Assistant on Digital Media, Oni Lawrence, serenading Pastor Adeboye in honour of his milestone birthday. The video, widely circulated on social media, was accompanied by a caption praising the cleric’s decades of faith, humility, and service.
“Yesterday night, Governor Ademola Adeleke rejoices with Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye on the joyous occasion of his 84th birthday,” the caption read. “He celebrates a life devoted to faith, humility and service to humanity, a spiritual father whose teachings and prayers have shaped generations across Nigeria and beyond.”
The celebration is part of nationwide tributes to Pastor Adeboye, whose leadership at the RCCG has influenced millions of Nigerians and followers worldwide. The governor’s visit underscored the high esteem in which the cleric is held by political leaders and citizens alike.
Governor Adeleke’s public celebration of Pastor Adeboye is also seen as a reflection of the close ties between faith leaders and government officials in Osun State, where religious and social engagements often intersect with community and governance initiatives.
Across Nigeria, social media users and various prayer groups have hailed Pastor Adeboye as a beacon of hope and spiritual guidance, marking his 84th birthday with messages of goodwill, prayers, and celebrations of his lifelong dedication to ministry.
The governor’s gesture adds a personal touch to these celebrations, highlighting both his respect for spiritual leadership and the enduring influence of Pastor Adeboye on generations of Nigerians.
