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| Regional Superintendent of CAC Babajide Region, Pastor S.O. Owolabi administering the induction rite on the new DCC Superintendent of Sabo-Oke DCC, Pastor M.K. Oloruntoba |
By Rachael Oke
A new chapter began for Christ Apostolic Church, Oke Ayo, Sabo-Oke Districts' Coordinating Council (DCC) on Sunday, June 22, 2025, with the induction of Pastor Michael Kayode Oloruntoba as the new DCC Superintendent.
Ministers and members from the DCC and beyond gathered at the DCC headquarters in Sabo-Oke, Ilorin, Kwara State for the auspicious occasion.
The Regional Superintendent, Babajide Region, Pastor Samuel O. Owolabi, was there to conduct the induction service in line with church's guidelines.
In his exhortation, the Regional Superintendent recognized Pastor Oloruntoba's ministerial achievements, citing his impressive track record.
He, however, encouraged him to continue doing better in "feeding the Lord's flock" citing Jesus' conversation with Peter in John 21:15-17.
Admonishing the inductee and the church on the topic "The Mutual Responsibility between the Pastor and the Flock," Pastor Owolabi highlighted the key duties of pastors as shepherd to the flock, referencing 1 Peter 5:1-4 and Hebrews 13:17.
"The duty of the shepherd is to preach the word, love the people, guard your heart, lead with integrity and stay close to Jesus. Any shepherd that does not imbibe these qualities is not a true shepherd." He noted.
He also admonished the members, as sheep, to cultivate a lifestyle of prayer, serve God with gladness, develop a spirit of forgiveness, and remain rooted in God's Word.
He noted that the Christian faith will be a smooth journey if the Shepherd (Pastor) and the flock (church) will play their respective role.
The soul-stirring charge by Pastor Owolabi was immediately followed by a prayer led by the Ilorin DCC Superintendent, Evangelist Emmanuel T. Akeredolu.
One of the highlights of the induction service was the rededication of the Prayer Power House also at the DCC headquarters.
The Secretary Sabo-Oke DCC, Pastor S.O. Adetoro, stated that the rededication of the prayer power house symbolises the church's commitment to prayer and spiritual growth
The induction service was graced by the presence of CAC Director of Publicity, Pastor Ademisoye Alawode; Retired Former Vice President Bible Society Of Nigeria, Pastor S. O. Komolafe; Retired DCC Superintendent, With God DCC Ibadan, Prophet N. O. Adigun and his wife; the Registrar, University Of Ibadan, Pastor G. O. Saliu; DCC Superintendents, Zonal Superintendents, and other ministers from Ilorin and beyond. The wife of the Ilorin DCC Superintendent, Mrs. Susan Akeredolu, and other ministers' wives were also in attendance.
PROFILE OF PASTOR MICHAEL KAYODE OLORUNTOBA
Pastor Michael Kayode Oloruntoba, the fourth DCC Superintendent of Sabo-Oke DCC, was born in Irun Akoko, Ondo State, to the family of Pa. John and Mrs. Deborah Oloruntoba (both of blessed memory). He had his primary education at Saint Luke's Primary School and secondary education at Irun/Ogbagi Anglican Grammar School, both in Irun Akoko. He learned printing work, and after completing his apprenticeship, worked briefly at Ibi Press, Akure. Later, he secured employment with the Federal Ministry of Communication, Engineering Department, later NITEL.
He was called into God's service while working in the City of Kano. His seminary education started at Babajide School of Prophets and Evangelists, Ilesa, Osun State. He also attended CACTS, Ile-Ife, Ibadan Campus, for his diploma. He further obtained a diploma in Media and Communications at Joseph Ayo Babalola University (JABU), Ikeji Arakeji.
He has served in various towns and villages as an evangelist, pastor, and superintendent. He has also served in different capacities both in CAC and other Christian bodies, including: Treasurer, CAC Babalola Region; Member, Management Committee, CACTS Ile-Ife, Ibadan Campus; Financial Secretary, CAC Council of Publicity Secretaries; Member, Executive Council, CACTS Alumni Association; Member, Executive Council, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Oyo State; Financial Secretary, CPFN/PFN Bloc, Oyo State; Treasurer, Christian Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (CPFN), Oyo State; and chairman and member of many other committees in the Christian fold and community.
He is married to Evang. (Mrs.) Helen Olasumbo Oloruntoba and blessed with godly children.
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