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Meet Prophet S.K Abiara’s Substantial Treasure, Elijah Taiwo Abiara who is an Oracle of GOD Shaking the City of Ibadan
The joy of every parent is to see their children excel in life and not just to be a success, but to be a success in a very virtuous path. Parents see this as a thing of joy when their children follow the route which they are in especially when it is the path of God.
One of the few people who are lucky to have their children follow their path is Popular Prophet, SK Abiara, the founder of CAC, Agbala Itura. Hardly does anyone not know about this great man of God judging by how mightily God has worked through him in form of wonders, miracles, to mention a few.
However, it has been revealed that he has an influential treasure from his home which has been discovered. He is no other than Prophet Elijah Taiwo Abiara who is the General Overseer of Vineyard Of Comfort Assembly, a church that has been in existence for four years and situated in Oluyole Estate, Ibadan.
It is worthy of being noted that his church is different from that of his father and might cause people to start wondering the reasons behind it. The General Overseer divulges this in an interview with Conquest International’s Editor, BAMIDELE ADEYEMI.
‘Vineyard of Comfort Assembly is basically ‘Agbala Itura’, and we all know CAC Agbala Itura is originated by my father so, we came up with Vineyard of Comfort Assembly because there is no one that starts a church without getting directions from the Lord. The Lord asked us to start a ministry and we thought and prayed about it, we are from CAC but we don’t want to put limitations to our ministry; we want people to be able to worship with us from every denomination without adding any doctrine to it. So, we decided to have Vineyard of Comfort assembly without attaching any denomination to it; it’s still a subsidiary of Agbala Itura but we just want to be able reach out to the whole world without limit’.
In Nigeria today, we have thousands of churches and still counting. Most of the churches came into existence without a serious purpose but the case is different here, especially for the fact that Pastor Elijah Taiwo Abiara was living in the United States of America before God asked him to come to Nigeria to start a ministry.
He also revealed the purpose of the ministry:
‘’The main focus of the church is to reach out to people through the love of God. There are many ministries and churches all over but we basically focus on the love itself. Our believe is that we don’t condemn or judge; we accept people from any background, if you come to worship with us; rich or poor, it doesn’t matter, all we want to do is to show the love of God to everyone, having said that, in our ministry; we impact lives, we don’t care about the riches and numbers in the church, we care about the numbers of lives our ministry has impacted so we are impacting lives every day. There was a member that when he came to us, his parents had rejected him and when we realize this; we stepped in and by God’s grace today, we helped him with a school, graduated and now he has a good job. So many situations like that, even in marriage, we have another branch of the church called Love and Family, it’s an N.G.O and the purpose is to impact marriages. We have come to realize that community is built from home, if the home is settled, our children will go out to show love to people; we are impacting life from every means.
Of course, being the son of a renowned Man of God, the way he will be treated or seen is different from the way other children are seen. As a son of Man of God, they expect him to be perfect and behave exactly like his father. He talked about how life has been being the son of the prominent Prophet.
‘Being the son of a minister, you have a lot of pressure on you, the pressure to be like your father, you can’t do like every other child is doing because you are being judged as the son of your father. For instance, if I am driving or being drove and someone did something bad on the road, I will just keep quiet, I can’t talk because we are being judged especially knowing I’m Abiara’s son. People easily judge me even when I’m on my right. I wasn’t interested when I wanted to start the work of the ministry; I was in the US for over twenty years, it got to a point where God was looking for me. If I go to worship at the white people’s church, they will be prophesying to me that God has a use for me and I will tell them I wasn’t interested because I had it in my heart I wanted to be a millionaire by age 35 and God is good to us; we were doing great. I told my wife we must have close to 100 homes before I’m 35 and when I started the business, I had up to ten houses within a year. I have started doing my business before God called me; I rejected but God used my wife to start the assignment of the ministry so, looking back at life now, I thank God having my father as a man of integrity, it proves to us as his children; ‘we have to work on that integrity and that is path VOCA is on for the past three years now’.
Nothing good comes easy especially in the ministry, lots of challenges facing ministers and Prophet Elijah also has a story to share in that light.
‘We had challenges, we had pressure of knowing who my father is, and the pressure whereby people expect you to spend money like your father and because of this, we are very circumspect when it comes to people approaching us, advising us on what to do. Basically, they are not judging the church by how old we are but according to whom we are. Some people are expecting us to be flying by now but we thank God for his grace’
Shockingly in Nigeria, despite the large numbers of church we have, the rate of sin keeps increasing and this shouldn’t be so. While answering the question on that, he reveals the problem is that most churches don’t preach, they only pray.
‘I lived in the United States for 20years and the lord asked me to come back home, it was a very tough decision for me and my family because it took 3-6 months crying every day and even up till now, I still tells my wife, there are many pastors here and why does God want us in this land but, one thing I have realized is most of the churches, I’m not criticizing anybody, we lack the word of God, we all grew up in this country ,all we think of is prayers over enemies and that’s all we are being taught in church but looking at our surroundings, the application of God’s word is lacking. The word of God has been compromised for money purposes in churches today’
In Christendom, one of the issues that has drawn so many controversies from different angles is the issue of tithing, some school of thought believe tithing is a thing of the old testament, some believe it’s not biblical, However, Pastor Elijah Taiwo Abiara reveals that it is biblical.
‘When it comes to tithing, it is not controversial, in the bible, Abraham brought tithe after he was blessed by the priest of the most high, if you are getting blessed in any church; you should activate Abraham’s deeds, because we do claim the promise of Abraham but we don’t practice what Abraham did; Abraham didn’t hear any preaching, he was directed by the spirit of God to pay the tithe unto that priest. Anywhere you are being blessed, I am a pastor and sincerely there are some pastors who live lavishly, church tithe are not enough for most ministries, it is the blessings of God from different expanses that help ministries. I was born and grew up in the church and I can tell you things about growing up seeing my father, it wasn’t tithe that blesses him but God’s blessings. We can’t judge a pastor living extravagantly, judgment is for God, if you know the living God, nobody will force you to pay tithe. Muslim use to say giving is the foundation of their religion and they give a lot, and also get blessed so much but the case is different when it comes to us’
When he was asked about Nigeria in the era of election and we have seen pastors taking sides in politics. The proactive Man of God advised ministers not to choose between the candidates rather they should allow their members to vote for their choice of candidates themselves.
He never wanted to become a pastor but a pilot; he went to school of Pilot in Florida but later changed his major because his mother was scared of him flying a plane
‘I wanted to become a pilot when I was young. I actually attended a pilot school in Florida before my mother got frightened, she kept saying she doesn’t want me to fly a plane because of plane crash, so I ended up changing my concentration; I went into something else and graduated. I’m on my masters already and almost done with it’
Finally, he advised youths ambitious to work for God
‘Be sure you have God’s calling, people’s road map in the ministry will be different from yours; you must follow God’s directives in the ministry. You must love God with all your heart and extend the love to his people. Every young and old minister must follow God’.
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Celebrating The Women Behind The Music : The Members Of Elite Women Musicians Club Of Lagos
Celebrating The Women Behind The Music : The Members Of Elite Women Musicians Club Of Lagos
In the pulsating heart of Lagos, the Elite Women Musicians Club of Lagos
stands as a beacon of unity and empowerment for female artists. This dynamic association, renowned for its diversity in musical genres, prides itself on bringing together talented women from all walks of musical life. Today, we celebrate its esteemed members, who number twenty-nine strong, each contributing uniquely to the vibrant tapestry of the Club.
Leading The Charge :
At the forefront of the Elite Women Musicians Club of Lagos Club is Alhaja Queen Isimot Abake Abiola PQ1st (Omo Opeki), the President. Her leadership is a source of inspiration for many, guiding the Club with a vision of inclusivity and excellence. Supporting her is Alhaja Queen Halimot Ayinla Omowura, the Vice President, whose dedication ensures the smooth operation and growth of the association.
Alhaja Badirat Adunni Olaniyan (Just Like That) serves as the Treasurer, managing the financial health of the Club with precision. The Social Secretary, Alhaja Aminat Babalola Balogun (Omotayebi, Iya Kekere Eko), brings vibrancy and connectivity, fostering a sense of community among the members. Asiwaju Yeye Tosin Eniba (Fuji Queen), the Secretary, ensures that the administrative duties are handled efficiently, supporting the organizational backbone of the Club.
Valued Members :
The Club’s strength lies in its diverse membership, each woman a luminary in her own right. The following are the distinguished members of the Elite Women Musicians Club of Lagos :
– Afonja Gbajoba
– Bisi Ewa Ogo Jesu
– Alhaja Jelilat Dupytie
– Ejire Akewi Oba
– Alhaja Aminat Itojuobi
– Alh. Fatimo Oseni Salawa Onigbongbo
– Alh. Tawakalitu Alagbada Tokotaya to nko Fuji
– Aishat Irepo Obi
– Olaleye Rahemot Arike (Akomolesin Agbaye)
– Alh. Dasola Abeke
– Ewebiyi Iya Oriki
– Ameerat Oninure
– Alh. Azeezat Otibiya
– Alh. Rukayat Bashirimi
– Alh. Mujidat Damilola
– Alh. Fatima Aljafaria, an Elder whose wisdom and experience enrich the Club.
– Alh. Taibat Omo Tayenfe
– Queen Muheenat Ijaodola
– Sakirat Yeye Oge
– Alh. Mariam Akiki Akanbi
– Queen Abebi Ayala
– Aweni Adepeju (Aweni Fuji)
– Fatimo Ajoke Cinderella
– Alh. Hafsat Sideeq, another Elder whose guidance is deeply valued.
A Legacy of Excellence :
The Elite Women Musicians Club of Lagos is more than just an association; it is a legacy of excellence, a network of powerful voices that harmonize to uplift and inspire. Each member, from the executives to the distinguished members, plays a crucial role in shaping the cultural and musical landscape of Lagos and beyond. Their combined efforts create a symphony of collaboration and mutual support, ensuring that the future of female musicians in Nigeria remains bright and promising.
As we celebrate these remarkable women, we also look forward to the new heights the Club will achieve under their leadership and unity. Their commitment to their craft and each other stands as a testament to the incredible power of music and the unwavering strength of women.
Sustain Tempo of High Revenue With Compliance, CGC Tells Comptroller Olomu
… As Apapa Command Honours Outstanding Stakeholders
By Ifeoma Ikem
Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR has commended the Area Controller of Apapa Port Command, Comptroller Babatunde Olomu, fsi for the command’s outstanding revenue collection of over N2.2tr and urged him to sustain the tempo.
CGC said this in Apapa on Friday at the command’s end of the year party and award ceremony also harped on the need for compliance and synergies as necessary strategies to greater productivity at the port. According to him, compliance is a competitive advantage.
He was represented by Deputy Comptroller General Caroline Niagwan, DCG Tariff and Trade, Adeniyi congratulated the Customs Area Controller and all the officers and men of Apapa Area Command for the milestone achieved in revenue collection to the tune of N2.2tr and still counting which has earned the command multiple accolades
“It is with immense pleasure that I stand before you today to celebrate a shared commitment to compliance and excellence in trade. This award ceremony is a testament to your dedication to ethical business practices, adherence to regulations, and unwavering support for the principles that drive Nigeria’s economic growth.
“Compliance is not merely a requirement; it is a competitive advantage. It fosters transparency, reduces operational risks, and strengthens the trust between businesses and regulatory authorities. It also positions compliant stakeholders to enjoy streamlined processes, faster clearance times, and access to the numerous benefits that come with being recognized as trusted trade partners.
“As a Service, we understand that sustaining compliance can sometimes require capacity building, especially as global trade evolves.
To this end, the Service is committed to providing the necessary training, technical assistance, and partnerships that will empower you with the knowledge and tools to maintain this high standard.
“Our goal is to ensure that every stakeholder remains competitive,vinnovative, and aligned with global best practices.
By working together, we can unlock even greater opportunities for growth. Compliant stakeholders not only contribute to national revenue but also drive economic development, attract foreign investments, and enhance Nigeria’s position in international trade” Adeniyi said
In his welcome speech, Comptroller Olomu expressed appreciation to the CGC and the customs management team for always providing the direction and inspiration to the command in it’s drive to meet government’s expectations .
He described the end of year party as many things rolled up in one as it strengthens the stakeholders bond as a community of government and private sector collaborators working together for the betterment of Nigeria;
it’s also to celebrate together as the year 2024 ends and honour those whose outstanding performances contributed in shaping the command’s achievements in 2024.
Comptroller Olomu said despite the challenges of low trade volume, the command is able to achieve it’s target which is a reflection of officers commitment and dedication to duty
He added that in line with the policy thrust of the CGC, the command utilised it’s relationship with stakeholders to achieve it’s goal this year.
According to him improving on stakeholder engagement has become an operational template the Comptroller General of Customs has impressed on the officers and expressed joy to announce that it has proven to be a masterstroke towards enhanced compliance.
Comptroller Olomu said “Compliance is no doubt the bedrock of all customs achievements in areas of revenue collection, anti smuggling and legitimate trade facilitation. Our approach to regurlarly engage our sister government agencies has raised our degree of intelligence sharing towards a common national interest.
“Let me use this period to thank the NPA, DSS, NDLEA, NAQS,Port Health, Police, Immigration and other sister government agencies for their consistent collaboration in 2024. They are indeed an integral part of the command’s success story in 2024. I urge them to stay on board let’s do it again in 2025.
“With our port users, we maintained regularly enlightenment meetings, faster trade dispute resolution mechanism and consistent appraisal of feedbacks to keep improving on our responsibilities.
“There have been positive fallouts of our regular interface with our stakeholders. This is evident in our collection of N2..2tr revenue and still counting, zeroing in on the minority that attempt smuggling by curbing their activities with seizures. We are fostering inclusivity and this will continue in 2025
“We have ensured no container , import or export consignment goes through our control without due diligence of proper examination. This has been the foundation of our impeccable enforcement drive.
“We are honouring some of our officers and stakeholders for their outstanding performances in the year 2024 . I want to urge the awardees to see this as a call for more commitment to surpass their best outputs. There is no end to improvement
“This should also be a challenge to those who didn’t make the award list this time, I urge them to keep improving with a promise that their inputs shall not go unnoticed for due recognition” he concluded
Among those recognised with various awards are APM Terminals, Sifax Group, ENL Consortium, Dangote, Talod Ocean Airfreight and Princess Chi Ezeh the CEO of Munah Sylva Nigeria Limited
The command also recognised serving and retired officers for their contributions to it’s overall successes in 2024.
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