President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo, Founder/President of Kingsway International Christian Centre (KICC), as he marks his 70th birthday on March 17, 2022.
In a congratulatory message by his spokesman, Mr Femi Adesina, on Wednesday in Abuja, Buhari joined congregation and church leaders to celebrate with the clergyman, publisher and philanthropist on the milestone.
The president rejoiced with the Pastor and his wife, Yemisi, for their dedication to bringing meaning and value to many lives through preaching and teaching of the gospel.
He also lauded him for demonstrating the love of Christ by investing in economic empowerment of brethren, and sponsoring some to gain sound education.
Buhari noted 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.
He particularly acknowledged the more recently, Ashimolowo’s 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 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.
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He prayed for the wellbeing of the founder of KICC and his family.