President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Francis Wale Oke; the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God [RCCG], Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye; the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin; the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin and others have lauded the contributions of the General Overseer of Gospel Faith Mission International (GOFAMINT), Pastor Elijah Oludele Abina, to humanity and nation-building.

They paid tributes on the occasion marking the 90th birthday of Abina, which was held at the church’s national headquarters in Ibadan, Oyo State.

In his tribute, Adeboye described Abina as a man of uncommon impact and grace, whose long life is a divine reward for being a vessel of blessing to humanity.

The RCCG leader said Abina’s leadership within the Christian fold had been exemplary and celebrated his unwavering commitment to the faith.

On his part, Wale Oke lauded Abina as one of the founding fathers, a trustee, and a member of the National Advisory Council of the PFN.

“Pastor Abina’s influence within the body of Christ, especially in the PFN, has left an indelible mark, defined by integrity, soul-winning zeal, and relentless pursuit of unity in the Church across Nigeria,” Oke said.

He prayed that God would continue to strengthen the celebrant, uphold him in divine health and bless him with many more fruitful years of impactful service in the vineyard.

Oba Olakulehin, in his congratulatory message, felicitated the celebrant on the attainment of his new age, saying his impact in Christendom could not be overemphasised.

The monarch urged people to continue praying for Ibadanland, Oyo State, Yorubaland and Nigeria at large.