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79 YEARS OF GOD’S FAITHFULNESS
BY IFEOMA IKEM
Marathon Messiah’s Praise was born from a desire to gather men from all walks of life and different nations to celebrate God over the life of our dear Daddy G.O. and to engineer a new dispensation of praise.
From the inception of Marathon Messiah’s Praise in 2012 to the 9th edition in 2020, there has been an overwhelming amount of testimonies and positive reviews; an evidence that Christ alone is glorified.
Pastor Leke Adeboye (Senior Special Assistant to the General overseer RCCG)
said during a zoom conference that indeed, Marathon Messiah’s Praise has received nothing but God’s mercy and this year, she hosts her 10th edition in 30 countries, Nigeria being the host country.
All these springing up from acknowledging God’s faithfulness in the life of our icon, who recently celebrated 40 years as the General Overseer of the REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF
GOD: PASTOR E.A. ADEBOYE.
According to him,Marathon Messiah’s Praise is a globally renowned interdenominational gospel musical event of non-stop praises, worship and prayers. It is a specific number of hours where sons and daughters of God come together to appreciate God’s mercy and faithfulness to the world.
The number of hours are very significant as they symbolize the number of years Pastor E.A.Adeboye has spent on earth.
The first edition of Marathon Messiah’s Praise was held in 2012 when Daddy clocked 70 years.
This year, we are celebrating 79 years of amazing grace in his life while also marking 10 years of success, abundance and all-round progress of Marathon Messiah’s Praise.
This 10th edition is themed: BEHOLD THE KING. It is scheduled to hold from 1st to 4th March, 2021 in 30
countries across six continents.
Over the years, the event has witnessed stupendous growth in scope, impact and reach. There was growth in the number of participants, and the venue changed from the Youth Centre to the Prayer Foyer, New Auditorium,Shimawa to accommodate the increase last year.
Participating countries also leapt from 4 countries in 2014 to 30 in 2021. Marathon Messiah’s Praise has also
increased its influence from music to include prayers, evangelism and CSR.
Important Details about the 10th edition of this event, 79 Hours Marathon Messiah’s Praise Countries that will be participating this year include Nigeria, United States of America,
Canada, England, Australia, Spain, Scotland, United Arab Emirates, Cameroon, Kenya,Netherlands, Sweden, Malaysia, South Africa, Ireland, Ukraine, Brazil, Israel, Zambia,Ghana and New Zealand.
“Our pursuit of bringing Marathon Messiah’s Praise to the doorstep of every human on earth can only be accomplished via increasing the number of participating countries.he said
79 Hours Marathon Messiah’s Praise holds between 8am GMT+1 Monday, 1st March and 3pm GMT+1 Thursday, 4th March, 2021 at the Prayer Foyer of the 3/3 Auditorium, Redemption Camp, Lagos, Nigeria.
He added that this year, over 150 Worship ministers and choral groups will be ministering across the 30 participating Countries.
“TEAM SOTERIA ,was launched at the 8th edition of the programme in 2019 (77 hours Marathon Messiah’s Praise), and it has since become a major arm of Marathon Messiah’s Praise where we have people gather to pray before and during the event,he said.
They also go out on evangelism while the programme is on. As part of this year’s edition the team will be available for prayer and counselling with a dedicated call-in line for the general public.
There will be one stream which will fully cover both Nigerian and other countries. The single stream can be watched on Dove TV, RTM, X2D. HI-IMPACT TV and on YouTube from our website www.mmpraise.org. Our online audience can follow us live on our various Social Media channels: Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Twitter @themmpraise.
Dove Television (Channel 349 on DSTV) will be streaming live as we ‘BEHOLD THE KING’.
Every year gets better than the previous, and we believe that this year’s Marathon Messiah’s Praise will be the best.
There will be miracles, healings, expression of the gifts of the Spirit,
revelation, peace, repentance and an understanding of who the King is and men’s authority as kings in this world.
This is not an event to miss. Prepare your heart wherever you are to be a part of this glorious and special praise convocation.
Pastor Kunle Ajayi,the Intercontinental Music Director,RCCG, the Marathon Messiah’s Praise commerced batch by batch it will focus on the life of Daddy G.O the glory of God throughout his life.
We have our marathon messiah’s praise differently each year, but this 10th edition is going to be awesome and brings to door step live globally for 79 hours without stop.
Project coordinator – Marathon Messiah’s Praise,Oluwafemi Oyetunde,also said it is going to be exciting, where God do something new in Nigeria.
“As we overcome the pandemic outbreak globally,it is thing of joy and his grace is sufficient.
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Adamawa Progressive Elders Council Felicitates Muslim Ummah @ Eid-el Fitri
Adamawa Progressive Elders Council Felicitates Muslim Ummah @ Eid-el Fitri
The Adamawa Progressives Elders Council under the leadership of His Excellency Brigadier Gen. Buba Marwa (Rtd) has sent a strong worded message of felicitations to the Muslim Ummah in Adamawa State and indeed the entire country on the occassion of the Eid-El-Fitr celebrations marking the end of the Ramadan season.
In a message sent by the Media office of the Organization, the group extended warm felicitations to the Leaders of APC in Adamawa State particularly the National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu and His Excellency Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri. Also the group sends Sallah salutations to the National Vice Chairman North East of the APC, the State Chairman of the party and all members of the state working committee.
While acknowledging that the one month long spiritual exercise was marked by sacrifices and charity, General Marwa said the Council “expects every member of the Council and indeed every citizen of Adamawa state to live in peace with one another and to embrace a culture of unity, fraternity and the pursuit of an Adamawa state that promotes our common heritage and shared prosperity”.
Addressing the core issues related to the establishment of the Council, the leader of the group said in celebrating a spiritual event like Sallah, what normally happens are moments of joy and happiness that transcends our natural faultlines. In his words, “in times like this we normally set aside our differences to rejoice with each other, l therefore enjoin us to carry this spirit beyond the Sallah period. We should build a bond of unity that endures”
The Adamawa Progressives Elders Forum therefore calls on all the people of Adamawa state to rededicate themselves to the peace, unity and progress of Adamawa state.
The group urges the Muslim Ummah to carry on the lessons of piety and charity imbibed during the Ramadan season beyond the end of fasting period.
Speaking further on behalf of the group, General Buba Marwa called on the members of the APC in Adamawa state to approach all the political activities coming up within the INEC timetable with maturity, understanding and brotherhood.
According to him “the goal of the progressive elders council is peace, unity and understanding among all members of the party in the state and by extension the entire citizens of the state”
While reflecting on the recently concluded e-registration of party members in the state, General Marwa celebrated Adamawa state for emerging with the second highest figure nationwide after Lagos State.
He commended the NSA, the Governor, the State Chairman of the Party and State Working Committee members for this unprecedented feat.
Gen Marwa as the leader of the Council believes that this is an affirmation of the confidence the people of Adamawa have in the leadership of His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.
On behalf of the entire Membership of the Adamawa Progressives Elders Council, His Excellency Gen. Buba Marwa felicitates with the Muslim Ummah and prays for a very successful celebrations in peace, unity and brotherhood. May the season bring abundant blessings to the land and to the people of Adamawa state.
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ANOTHER PROPHECY FULFILLMENT BY PROPHET KINGSLEY AITAFO OVER THE EXIT OF DR. KENOLY, ANNOUNCING FEBRUARY’S OPEN PROPHETIC REVIVAL
ANOTHER PROPHECY FULFILLMENT BY PROPHET KINGSLEY AITAFO OVER THE EXIT OF DR. KENOLY, ANNOUNCING FEBRUARY’S OPEN PROPHETIC REVIVAL
– Another Prophecy Fulfillment by Prophet Kingsley Aitafo Following the Passing of Ron Kenoly Ahead of February Open Prophetic Revival
– Prophet Kingsley Aitafo Records Another Prophecy Fulfillment as February Open Prophetic Revival Is Announced
In the released prophecies for 2026, renowned Nigerian cleric, Prophet Kingsley Aitafo, shared a series of revelations touching on Nigeria’s economy, global events, political transitions, natural disasters, religious transformations, and the future of world leaders.
During a special prophetic session, the prophet stated that he foresaw the departure of two world-renowned musicians in 2026 and urged the Nigerian people and the global community to pray for them.
He urged Nigerians and everyone around the globe to pray for the musicians, among other prophecies, and already gave insight concerning them.
On February 3, 2026, American gospel singer, songwriter, and worship leader Ron Kenoly passed away at the age of 81. Widely known as the “Professor of Praise,” Kenoly was celebrated for anthems such as “Majesty” and “Lift Him Up,” which have significantly influenced modern congregational worship around the world.
He was recognized as a pioneer of the contemporary praise and worship movement, leading Scripture-based worship services that became widely adopted in churches across different nations and cultures.
The development has been described by followers of Prophet Kingsley Aitafo as a confirmation of the prophecy earlier declared in the year.
Meanwhile, Prophet Kingsley Aitafo, leader and shepherd in charge of Oneness in Christ, in conjunction with CCC Living Grace Tabernacle, invites everyone to its February Open Revival. It is a prophetic service determined to change lives through miracles, healings, signs, and wonders.
It is not an ordinary service; it is another time for a divine encounter where your faith is strengthened, prayers are answered, and breakthroughs and favour are about to rain. With its theme — Jesus Christ is the same forever — the revival is promised to release the power of Jesus Christ like never before. It is a period of shift and divine encounter.
This revival service is said to hold on the 25th of February, 2026, from 5pm – 8pm at 20, Showole Street, Ewupe, Singer Sango, Ogun State.
It is a season where God is ready to reveal Himself like never before. Members of the public are invited to attend.
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Manipulation: Ignorance Is a License to Bondage — Dr. Chris Okafor
Manipulation: Ignorance Is a License to Bondage — Dr. Chris Okafor
“Nothing honours until a spirit interferes.”
Manipulation, broadly defined, is the act of influencing or controlling a person or situation through subtle or overt tactics for personal advantage. In many cases, such influence is perfected through spiritual interference, because the spiritual realm ultimately governs the physical.
This profound subject formed the focus of the midweek non-denominational Prophetic Healing, Deliverance and Solutions (PHDS) Service ministered by the Generational Prophet of God and Senior Pastor of Grace Nation Worldwide, Dr. Chris Okafor, at the international headquarters of the ministry in Ojodu Berger, Lagos, Nigeria.
Speaking on the topic “Manipulation”, with the subtitle “The Spiritual Aspect,” Dr. Okafor explained that manipulation exists in two dimensions: demonic manipulation and divine manipulation.
Demonic Manipulation
According to the Generational Prophet, demonic manipulation represents the negative expression of spiritual control, where individuals are influenced by the spirit of darkness to act contrary to their true intentions and divine purpose.
He noted that under demonic manipulation, people often say or do things their inner conscience did not authorize, acting solely under satanic influence. This, he explained, accounts for the increasing hostility, false accusations, and defamatory statements directed at genuine servants of God in contemporary times.
“Many people speak evil against true men of God, maligning those sent by God to help them. Often, it is not entirely their fault—it is the work of demonic manipulation,” he stated.
Dr. Okafor, however, offered reassurance, emphasizing that a prayerful life and proper spiritual alignment provide immunity against such attacks. He stressed that when a believer is connected to a spiritual father and guided correctly, no level of manipulation can stop destiny or destroy God-ordained blessings.
He warned that unchecked manipulation can damage destiny and limit access to divine blessings.
Divine Manipulation
The Prophet further taught that just as there is demonic manipulation aimed at destruction, there is also divine manipulation—the intervention of God to protect, guide, and align His people with His eternal purpose.
“If there is a demon manipulating destinies wrongly, there is also a God in heaven who divinely interferes to preserve glory,” he declared.
Dr. Okafor explained that believers who understand the principles of serving God in truth and in spirit operate under divine manipulation, where God orchestrates events in their favour. Under such covering, no demonic manipulation can prevail.
He added that consistent prayer, commitment to kingdom service, partnership with God’s work, and active soul-winning neutralize every form of demonic interference.
Solutions to Manipulation
According to Dr. Okafor, the ultimate safeguard against manipulation is a disciplined prayer life and total commitment to the things of God. Such spiritual alignment ensures that no demonic influence can infiltrate a believer’s path.
The PHDS midweek service witnessed a mighty move of the Holy Spirit, marked by deliverance, healings, miracles, restoration, and divine solutions to numerous cases presented before Elohim, the God of Grace Nation.
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