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The new leadership of The Church of Pentecost in Nigeria has been challenged to ensure that the power of the Holy Spirit translates into practical solutions to the challenges confronting the nation.

The charge was given by Apostle Dr. Michael Agyemang-Amoako, the officiating minister at the induction service of Apostle Daniel Oluwafemi Babatunde as the new National Head of The Church of Pentecost, Nigeria, at the Mizpah Hall in Sango Ota, Ogun State.

Preaching on the theme, “The Pattern of Divine Impartation: Pass the Mantle and Keep the Fire Burning,” Apostle Agyemang-Amoako drew lessons from the biblical account of Elisha, who inherited Elijah’s mantle and used the power entrusted to him to heal the polluted waters of Jericho.

He said the Church in Nigeria must similarly identify the “bad waters” within society and deploy its spiritual and human resources to bring transformation.

He specifically identified broken homes, struggling youth, spiritual dryness, poverty, addiction and hopelessness as some of the contemporary “Jerichos” requiring the Church’s attention.

According to Apostle Agyemang-Amoako, true apostolic leadership must move beyond occupying territory to producing lasting fruit, stressing that “the anointing must solve real problems” and extend beyond the sanctuary into communities and the wider society.

He therefore charged the new National Head to ensure that the Church’s presence in Nigeria produces visible transformation, particularly among young people and communities facing social and spiritual challenges.

Apostle Agyemang-Amoako also urged the Church to restore its spiritual “altars” at every level—from individuals and families to local assemblies, districts, areas and the national level—arguing that restoration, repentance and consecration must precede genuine revival.

He further called for the raising of a new generation equipped with wisdom, spiritual fire, transforming power and boldness to advance the Gospel despite opposition.

He said the next generation must receive more than religious language, but the genuine fire that sustains prayer, holiness, worship, repentance and evangelism.

The preacher also encouraged Christians to carry their faith into every sphere of influence, including the home, workplace, schools, communities and marketplace, demonstrating integrity, excellence and godly influence.

The message came as The Church of Pentecost in Nigeria ushered in a new era of national leadership under Apostle Daniel Babatunde.

Concluding his message, Apostle Agyemang-Amoako urged the older generation to “pass the mantle” and the younger generation to “seek the mantle, not the title.”

He charged the Church to restore the altar, keep the fire burning, transform its “Jericho” and advance the Gospel, declaring: “The mantle must move. The fire must remain. The mission must advance.”

PENT NEWS.

A new chapter has begun in the history of The Church of Pentecost in Burkina Faso following the induction of Apostle Issouf Loue as the new National Head of the Church.

Apostle Loue was formally inducted into office on Sunday, August 30, 2026, during the retirement service held in honour of Apostle Ousmane Patinde Zabre, who retired from active full-time ministry after 40 years of dedicated service to God and The Church of Pentecost.

The colourful ceremony, held at the Salle de Conférence de Ouaga 2000 in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, therefore marked both the conclusion of an illustrious leadership season and the beginning of a new era for the Church in the West African nation.

The service was officiated by the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, who formally inducted Apostle Loue and charged him to remain strong, courageous and steadfast as he assumes responsibility for leading the Church in Burkina Faso.

An economist by profession, Apostle Loue’s journey of faith and ministry spans more than three decades. He became a Christian in 1992 in the Bonoua District of Côte d’Ivoire and was ordained a Deacon in 1995.

Following his return to Burkina Faso, he was called to serve as an Elder in 1996, beginning a long journey of service and leadership within the Church.

Over the years, Apostle Loue served in several capacities, including as a National Deacon and a member of the National Executive Committee of The Church of Pentecost in Burkina Faso from 2013 to 2026.

On May 3, 2015, he responded to God’s call into pastoral ministry as a bi-vocational minister, combining his professional career with ministry.

He served as District Pastor of Ouaga 2000 from 2015 to August 2024, before being appointed Regional Head of Tanghin in September 2024, a position he held until August 2026.

In recognition of his calling and growing responsibility in ministry, Apostle Loue was called to the office of Apostle in 2025.

Professionally, he holds a Master’s degree in Economics, specialising in Development Economics and Management, as well as a university qualification in Sociology. He also had a distinguished career in Burkina Faso’s public administration as a Treasury Inspector, serving mainly at the Ministry of Economy and Finance.

He concluded his administrative career in 2026 as a Head of Department within the Inspectorate General of Finance.

His appointment as National Head therefore brings together extensive experience in Christian ministry, public administration, leadership and national service.

Apostle Loue is married to Mrs Zoure E. Ariane Loue, a State Registered Nurse and former National Women’s Ministry Leader. They are blessed with a child and have also nurtured and impacted the lives of many others throughout their ministerial journey.

In his charge, Apostle Eric Nyamekye drew inspiration from the biblical transition of leadership from Moses to Joshua, reminding Apostle Loue that he had been entrusted with the responsibility of building on the foundation laid by his predecessor and leading the Church into its next phase.

He encouraged the new National Head and his leadership team to remain strong, courageous and committed to their divine mandate, assuring them that God, who had sustained the Church under previous leadership, would continue to be with them.

The Chairman expressed confidence that as the new leadership remained faithful to God and depended on Him for direction, God would work through them to make Himself famous again in Burkina Faso, bringing transformation to lives, communities and the nation through the Gospel.

PENT NEWS.

A new chapter has opened in the story of The Church of Pentecost in Nigeria as Apostle Daniel Oluwafemi Babatunde has officially assumed office as the National Head of the church.

Apostle Babatunde was inducted into office on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at the Mizpah National Revival Centre of The Church of Pentecost in Sango Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria, succeeding Apostle Nathaniel Oyekunle Ajayi, who retired from active ministry after 34 years of service.

The induction service officiated by the Regional Missions Director for of Americas & Caribbean Regional Missions Bloc of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr. Michael Agyemang-Amoako, brought together ministers, church leaders, members and invited guests to mark the leadership transition and usher the new National Head into office.

For Apostle Babatunde, the new responsibility comes after years of ministerial service and leadership within The Church of Pentecost.

Born on December 12, 1977, in Accra, Ghana, Apostle Babatunde was raised in a disciplined Christian home. He converted in 1992 and was made a Deacon two years later.

Before entering full-time ministry, he worked as a teacher and school bus manager between 2001 and 2003 before joining ARM Pension Managers, now Access PFA, where he served as Head of the Customer Service Unit and was involved in preparing proposals for prospective clients.

He resigned from the company in 2008 to respond to the call into full-time ministry. That same year, he underwent ministerial training at Pentecost University College.

His ministerial journey has since taken him through several leadership assignments across Nigeria. He served as a District Minister for 11 years in Ile-Ife, Ondo and Osogbo, before becoming an Area Head, serving in Abuja and Jos for four years.

In 2025, he was called into the office of an Apostle. Beyond his station responsibilities, Apostle Babatunde has served in several strategic capacities, including Area Workers Secretary, Area Secretary, National Youth Leader, Chairman of the Pensions and Ministers Welfare Board, and currently Secretary to the West Africa Anglophone/Lusophone Bloc.

The induction marks a leadership transition for The Church of Pentecost in Nigeria, with Apostle Babatunde taking responsibility for the national leadership of the church following the retirement of Apostle Nathaniel Oyekunle Ajayi.

Apostle Babatunde now assumes the responsibility of building on the foundations laid over the years while leading the church into its next phase of ministry and mission.

The induction of Apostle Daniel and Mrs. Mary Babatunde therefore signals a fresh season for The Church of Pentecost in Nigeria—one in which a new leader takes the helm, carrying the responsibility of preserving the church’s heritage while steering it towards its next chapter.

For a church whose story has been shaped by decades of ministry and missionary endeavour, this transition marks a significant moment.

PENT NEWS

The 2026 Missions Board Meeting of The Church of Pentecost is currently underway at the Missions Transit Quarters in Accra, under the patronage of the Chairman of the Church, Apostle Dr Eric Nyamekye.

The annual meeting brings together key leaders to review the Church’s missionary work and plan strategically for future growth.

The meeting seeks to thank God for His continued support in advancing the Church’s missions enterprise while providing a platform for prayer, evaluation, and strategic planning to ensure sustained expansion.

As part of the programme, board members are reviewing reports from various mission areas, assessing ongoing initiatives, and making recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of the Church’s global missions work.

Delivering a short exhortation, the General Secretary of the Church, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, urged ministers to combine sound preaching with the demonstration of the Holy Spirit’s power in order to effectively transform society.

Speaking on the theme, “They Heard and Saw,”he explained that ministry must stand on two essential pillars—the message people hear and the signs they see—drawing from Acts 8:6-7 and the ministry of Philip in Samaria.

He emphasised that every minister must have a clear message from God and encouraged ministers to support the preaching of the gospel with visible demonstrations of God’s power.

Participants at the meeting include Apostle Emmanuel Agyemang Bekoe, Missions Director (MD); Coordinators of the Missions Regional Blocs across the globe; Elder Prof. Stephen Owusu Kwankye (Finance Board Chairman); Pastor Emmanuel APPAH (Finance and Administration Director); and the Church’s Legal Representative.

The meeting began on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, and is expected to end on Thursday, February 26, 2026.

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