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WHY THE IMMEDIATE RESTRUCTURING OF SCOAN IS A NECESSITY
WHY THE IMMEDIATE RESTRUCTURING OF SCOAN IS A NECESSITY
By Uche Peter AKABUDE
Restructuring, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, is “to change the makeup, organization, or pattern of”. In practice, it means to chart a new course for an entity, organization, etc with regards to its composition, attitude, operations, expectations and future. It also enshrines repositioning already existing structure for greater efficiency and productivity.
It is a global best practice that over the ages haspositively impacted the fortunes of organizations, organized groups, entities, etc. It is a phenomenal governance measure that is usually adopted by organizations to arrest both present and projected shortfalls, thus creating a more enabling foundation upon which they can strive to attain their full potentials. It raises the stake for holders of interest in any given organization. Such is the beauty of restructuring that has made it an essential appeal to every serious-minded organization all over the world.
Sadly, not everyone shares the same view regarding restructuring despite the numerous manifest advantages. Indeed, it will be sheer inanity to expect so given that it is very unlikely that everyone would readily buy into it.
In the light of the above expectation, it was not surprising to see some persons raise objectionsto current developments in The Synagogue, Church of All Nations, which founder and leader, Pastor Temitope Balogun Joshua, passed on June 5 this year.
Interestingly, the Church needs it now more than ever. It has always needed it. It may become too pedestrian to harp on the actions and inactions that necessitated the current wave, but the summary is that the reported brazen looting by some of the trusted lieutenants of the Church’s late leader would have been prevented were there in place the right restrictions. Mrs. Evelyn Joshua, the wife of the late clergyman and new leader of the church has rightly taken up the responsibility headlong with a view to addressing some of these organizational drawbacks. It is a sure needed bold move that would usually ruffles feathers, especially of those who benefit from the status quo or skewed system.
Suffice to say that Prophet TB Joshua deserved all credits for committing himself to a fulfilling selfless life that culminated in the attainment of many unprecedented feats he achieved.Undoubtedly, there were several limiting factors, but he courageously confronted and defiantly defeated them. Nigeria, his home country and the world at large, especially the hurting populace walked in his light until his passing. His ministry brought enormous joy, succour, hope, strength, peace, direction and satisfaction to individuals, families, communities and nations alike. He was an enigma to many people especially such as could not understand how an under-lettered man of his ilk could rise and attain the height of global acclamation he had.
TB Joshua’s ministry was not particularly different from many others; he was not just the visioner, but also the heart and soul of all its processes and operations. He was in full control of all that transpired, albeit with a very high rate of success in everything. This, however, has notcome without its flaws which his passing has brought to the fore.
The ongoing efforts to reposition the church are fittingly needed if the vision is to impact the global community for which ground work the prophet laid. Over the years, the church has carved a niche of a local ministry with a global appeal.
Restructuring enables corporate or systemic efficiency, whether of an organization or an institution. For the church of God, it is all about engendering fruitfulness by creating workable and working approaches while keeping faith with identified goals. It is a common knowledge that the charismatic leadership structure where everything evolved around the late founder can no longer sustain the church, and so cannot be sustained. Recent reports of gross misconducts among some trusted assistants easily allude to this.
The first implication of this reality is the complete or partial reconstitution of theleadership of the church. Everything begins and ends with the quality of leadership over an organization. Mrs. Evelyn Joshua is reputed to be one with appreciable wisdom. This would be a valuable asset in the new chapter of the Church. Thankfully, she does not appear oblivious of the enormity of both the task at hand and expectation from the thousands of people associated with the church. Her recent steps since her appointment bear indication of the kind of leadership in place.
There are other consequences of restructuring. These may include the likelihood of bringing on board new manpower to freshen up things, personnel pruning, especially those with unfitting profile and, in the worst case scenario, rejig the entire operations architecture with fitting personnel deployed accordingly. This is expected to raise so much dust, and some opposition, but it is a necessary sacrifice all members and partners alike must support Mrs. Evelyn Joshua to make for the future of the church.
The recent sponsored attacks on her person in a cross section of the media over her appointment as a member of the Church’s board of trustees by a Lagos Federal High Court and the subsequent eviction of some former workers of the church from the residential quarters over their involvement in the wanton pillaging of the church’s finances since the passing of the prophet would not serve the church any good. The church is a living organization which should be seen to be teaching, practising and upholding good governance culture, both spiritual and physical. There should be accountability, first to God and then the immediate supervising authority. This is a hallmark of a good system.
To say the future ahead of the church is brightermay be akin to the proverbial ‘putting the cart before the horse’, but there are indications of very positive things ahead. The general consensus is that the church is in a better stead with the right leadership team led by Mrs. Evelyn Joshua. With this understanding, the members and partners of the church would do well to uphold the new leadership in prayers.
Apostle Johnson Suleman: Firebrand of Faith, Prophet to the Nations, Voice to a Generation
By Femi Oyewale
In the beginning, there was just one man with a burning vision. Today, that man has become a global force whose voice thunders across continents, whose prayers ignite miracles, and whose mission is transforming destinies worldwide. He is Apostle Johnson Suleman, the fiery Restoration Apostle, the humanitarian preacher, and the global trailblazer reshaping the Christian faith for a new generation.
From Auchi to the World
Born in Auchi, Edo State, Nigeria, Apostle Suleman’s rise from humble beginnings to international prominence is nothing short of remarkable. What started as a divine calling has now evolved into a global mandate, reaching millions through Omega Fire Ministries International (OFM).
His story is the classic tale of vision meeting conviction—of a man who dared to believe God not just for himself, but for nations. From a modest congregation, OFM has spread like wildfire, with branches in Africa, Europe, Asia, the Americas, and beyond.
The Man & The Mission
To know Suleman is to understand passion—passion for God, for people, and transformation. He lives by one mantra: populate Heaven, depopulate Hell.
His pulpit is a battlefield, his voice a trumpet, his words a sword. Through his fiery sermons, prophetic declarations, and healing crusades, countless men and women testify of divine encounters—cancers healed, destinies restored, impossibilities overturned.
But beyond the pulpit lies the heart of a humanitarian. Suleman’s mission has always extended beyond preaching. He funds scholarships for the underprivileged, empowers widows with homes, sets up businesses for struggling families, and supports countless orphans. In times of crisis, he has sent relief materials across regions, proving that true ministry is not only heard—it is seen.
The Impact
Step into one of his crusades, and the atmosphere tells its own story. Stadiums overflow. Multitudes gather, hungry for hope. From London to Houston, Dubai to Johannesburg, crowds testify to healings, deliverance, and restoration.
Through Celebration TV and other digital platforms, Suleman’s voice penetrates homes, villages, and cities, giving access to millions who may never step into a physical church. His boldness in confronting social ills and speaking truth to power has also established him as a fearless voice beyond the church walls.
The Global Moves
Apostle Suleman is not just a Nigerian voice—he is a global phenomenon. His recent international crusades draw audiences in their tens of thousands, breaking barriers of race, culture, and language.
From prophesying to presidents to laying hands on ordinary citizens, his message is universal: God still speaks, God still heals, God still restores.
Each global tour solidifies his place as one of the most influential Christian leaders of the 21st century. He is as comfortable commanding a crowd in Chicago as he is in Accra, as bold in Paris as he is in Abuja.
The Legacy in Motion
Apostle Johnson Suleman is more than a preacher—he is a movement. A man consumed by vision, driven by compassion, and equipped with an anointing that refuses to be confined by borders.
From Auchi to America, from pulpits to palaces, from widows to world leaders, his impact is undeniable. And as the Restoration Apostle continues to blaze trails across nations, one thing is certain: his legacy is still unfolding, and his global moves have only just begun.
Apostle Suleman Heals Super Falcons Player, Nkor Blessing, of One-Year Leg Injury
An international female footballer formerly with the Nigerian Super Falcons national team, Nkor Blessing, has testified that she was healed of a 12 months-old leg injury by God’s power through the anointing power of Apostle Johnson Suleman of the Omega Fire Ministries (OFM) worldwide.
Blessing’s testimony was announced by the wife of the servant of God, Reverend (Dr.) Lizzy Suleman, during the ‘My Time Has Come’ healing programme at the ministry’s national headquarters
The female footballer’s joy and renewed passion were conspicuous as she stood before the large congregation to tell her recovery story. While expressing confidence of returning to active play after the one year setback, Blessing recalled during the testimony that the incident happened without contact with a fellow player while she was with the Turkish Gaziantep Asya Spor.
The star footballer was signed on loan by the Spanish club, Deportivo La Coruna, for the remainder of the 2024/25 season.
“I’ve been nursing the injury since last year when I played in Turkey. Amazingly, I had no contact with any of my colleagues in the field, nobody bashed me. I just woke up and we went out for training in the morning. Then I started feeling the pain when we were jogging. That is how it started. I later came down to Nigeria for a break. In Nigeria, I treated the leg but it wasn’t healed. I later had an invitation to Spain. I played in Deportivo La Coruna but I was off-season because of the injury,” Blessing narrated.
Dr. Lizzy Johnson Suleman stated that Blessing was supposed to have participated in the last match but couldn’t because of the injury and she had been nursing severe pains until she attended ‘My Time Has Come’ programme and “amazingly got healed by the power of God”.
The former Super Falcons forward presented to the congregants her x-tray test results used to locate the injury.
“That is witchcraft.” That is wickedness,” said Apostle Johnson Suleman while praying for Blessing after the healing, emphasizing reliance on God’s power through faith and prayer. “I asked her to speak about how she sustained the injury because she said nobody hit her on the field. Nobody hit her leg, she didn’t fall down or get injured through a wrong attack. It just came. That is witchcraft,” the cleric declared, praying that God that has healed her makes her whole and restores all that she has lost.
Revival Intercessors Ministries Celebrates 15 Years of Growth and Impact in Port Harcourt
Revival Intercessors Ministries International, a fast-growing Christian ministry headquartered in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has marked its 15th anniversary with a thanksgiving celebration, highlighting a journey of spiritual growth, humanitarian outreach, and nationwide expansion.
The Anniversary, held in Port Harcourt, was attended by church members, dignitaries, and representatives from various branches across Nigeria. The event served as both a celebration of God’s faithfulness and a reflection on the milestones achieved since the ministry was founded in 2010 by Apostle Samuel Chidiebere Godwin.
Speaking at the event, Apostle Godwin recalled the birth of the ministry on July 25, 2010. “It all started after a divine encounter I had earlier that month. I shared the experience with my wife and later with three other brethren, and together we took the first step. We began with just five adults and three children. Today, we can only thank God for how far He has brought us,” he said.
Over the past 15 years, Revival Intercessors Ministries has expanded its reach significantly, planting branches in several cities and states across Nigeria. The church has also established educational institutions to cater to children and young people, with a vision of raising a generation grounded in both academics and faith. In addition to its local assemblies, the ministry has hosted large crusades and revival meetings in multiple states, attracting thousands of worshippers. According to Apostle Godwin, these gatherings have been marked by testimonies of healing, deliverance, and spiritual renewal.
Beyond its core spiritual mandate, the ministry has actively engaged in humanitarian services through outreach programs and charitable initiatives. The church’s non-governmental activities have included support for the less privileged, medical visits to hospitals, and empowerment programs for families in need. “We believe ministry goes beyond the pulpit. Our mission includes touching lives physically, socially, and spiritually. That is why we have invested in education, community service, and welfare projects,” Apostle Godwin explained.
As the ministry enters its next phase, Apostle Godwin expressed gratitude to God and reaffirmed his commitment to advancing the gospel. “We have never had a better last year — every new year has been greater. Our prayer is to remain consistent in God’s kingdom work. We are trusting Him for greater expansion and deeper impact in the years ahead,” he declared. His wife, Pastor Mrs. Blessing Godwin, joined in expressing appreciation to God and church members for their dedication to the vision.
The Anniversary celebration concluded with praise, worship, testimonies, and renewed commitments from members to continue spreading the message of revival and intercession across Nigeria and beyond.
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