Omolosho Fatai
President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo, Founder/President of Kingsway International Christian Centre (KICC) on the occasion of his 70th birthday, March 17, 2022.
Buhari’s congratulatory message was contained in a statement, ‘’titled President Buhari rejoices with Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo at 70,’’ which was issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, on Wednesday.
The statement read, “President Buhari rejoices with Pastor Ashimolowo and his wife,Yemisi, for their dedication to bringing meaning and value to many lives through preaching and teaching of the gospel, demonstrating the love of Christ by investing in economic empowerment of brethren, and sponsoring some to gain sound education.
“The President notes the spread of wisdom by the leader of the KICC, evidenced in his speaking and teaching schedules in churches and conferences in Nigeria and various parts of world, and more recently the focus on equipping the youths with direction and tools for success in the Biblical context, which prescribes love, justice, hardwork and fairness in all dealings.”
The President affirmed that Pastor Ashimolowo’s influence and relevance stretch beyond the pulpit and his calling as a preacher, with his deep insight on issues of everyday life like marriage, relationships, investments, governance and business, showing the way for many.
He prayed for the wellbeing of the founder of KICC and Kings University in Osun State.
