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AGNN Begins Preparations for PENIEL 2025 National Convention — Rev. Yakubu Pam Calls for Revival and Unity
The General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God Northern Nigeria (AGNN), Rev. Dr. Yakubu Pam, has announced preparations for the 2025 edition of the church’s annual national convention, PENIEL, describing it as a defining moment for spiritual revival and national unity.
Speaking at a press briefing on Tuesday at Zang Commercial Hall in Jos, Rev. Pam said the convention—scheduled to hold from Wednesday, 19th to Friday, 21st November 2025 at Zang Secondary School, Bukuru—will bring together Christians from across the country for prayer, worship, and intercession for Nigeria.
Rev. Pam emphasized that PENIEL is more than an annual gathering, calling it “a spiritual convocation designed to renew the faith of believers, strengthen national unity, and call God’s people back to the foundations upon which true revival is built.”
This year’s theme, “Rebuilding the Altar Together: Let the Fire Fall,” urges families, institutions, communities, and leaders to restore God’s place in both personal and collective life—especially as the nation grapples with ongoing social, economic, and security challenges.
The three-day convention will feature teachings, revival encounters, and ministerial empowerment sessions led by notable ministers and church leaders. Major focus areas include:
- Restoration of personal and family prayer altars
- Leadership responsibility in sustaining revival
- National unity and spiritual transformation
- Intercession for Plateau State and Nigeria
Rev. Pam also disclosed that the AGNN Bible School Graduation Ceremony will take place on Friday, 21st November, from 2 PM to 4 PM, during which trained men and women will be commissioned into ministry.
Highlighting the purpose of this year’s convention, he outlined three key objectives:
- Spiritual Renewal – Rekindling the fire of prayer, holiness, and worship among believers.
- Community Strengthening – Deepening unity among churches, denominations, and community leaders.
- National Intercession – Praying for peace, healing, and divine intervention in Plateau State and Nigeria.
He assured that adequate security and logistical arrangements have been made in collaboration with relevant authorities to ensure a safe, peaceful, and well-coordinated event. He invited the public—including church leaders, youth groups, women’s organizations, traditional rulers, and community stakeholders—to participate. Daily sessions begin at 9:00 AM.
The AGNN leadership expressed appreciation to the Plateau State Government, traditional institutions, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), sister denominations, and other partners for their support towards PENIEL 2025. The media was also commended for promoting peace and public awareness.
Rev. Pam concluded with a message of hope, expressing confidence that the convention will bring spiritual transformation: “Our prayer is that God will visit us again—individually and collectively—just as He visited Jacob at Peniel and changed his story.”
PENIEL 2025, he noted, promises to be a landmark spiritual event for the church, Plateau State, and the nation.
The Nigerian Fencing Federation made its mark at Invest Lagos 3.0, one of Africa’s foremost investment gatherings, where conversations about the continent’s future unfolded among government leaders, global investors, policymakers, diplomats, and business executives.
Representing the Federation was its Vice President, Mrs. Rachael Samuel, who carried the voice of sport into a space traditionally dominated by commerce and policy, promoting the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships.
Organised by the Lagos State Government in partnership with the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC), the summit was designed to attract investment, strengthen international partnerships, and accelerate growth across key sectors.
The atmosphere was charged with ambition, as figures such as Lord Jonathan Marland, Chairman of CWEIC; Samantha Cohen, CEO of CWEIC; Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu; Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat; and Mrs. Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, lent their voices to the dialogue.
For the Nigerian Fencing Federation, this was not simply another high-level event. It was a chance to weave sport into the broader narrative of development and investment, laying the groundwork for the upcoming Commonwealth Fencing Championships—a historic first for Lagos and a defining moment for Africa.
In the corridors of discussion, themes emerged that went far beyond the piste: the importance of strategic partnerships and sponsorships to sustain the Games; the need for sports infrastructure that leaves a lasting legacy; the promise of grassroots opportunities to inspire young fencers across communities; the drive to empower women and elevate their leadership in sport; and the groundbreaking introduction of disability fencing to a global competition in Africa, in partnership with World Ability Sport, ensuring inclusion and accessibility for all.
As Lagos prepares to welcome the Commonwealth Fencing Championships, these conversations underscore the transformative power of sport—not only as competition, but as a catalyst for development, inclusion, and social change.
Because fencing, like all sports, is not confined to the piste. It thrives in collaboration, in vision, and in the willingness to be present where opportunities are created.
BY SUNDAY SAMUEL—The Lagos State Police Command, in compliance with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, aimed at enhancing public safety, strengthening security, and denying criminal elements the opportunity to conceal their identities and activities, will commence a statewide enforcement exercise against vehicles with covered, obscured, unauthorised, defaced or no registration number plates.
The exercise will commence on Monday, 15th June 2026, and will be led by the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, psc, mnips. He has directed all Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs), across the State to commence enforcement of the directive and ensure full compliance within their respective Areas of Responsibility. He further directed that any vehicle found violating the directive be impounded and subjected to thorough investigation in accordance with extant laws and established procedures.
The Command wishes to assure members of the public that this enforcement exercise is not intended to inconvenience law-abiding motorists. Rather, it is a proactive security measure designed to enhance the capacity of Police operatives to identify vehicles, investigate crimes, track criminal suspects, and strengthen the overall security architecture of the State.
Accordingly, motorists, transport operators, fleet owners, and members of the public are advised to ensure that their vehicles carry valid, duly issued, and clearly visible registration number plates at all times. Vehicle owners are also encouraged to ensure that all relevant vehicle documents are up-to-date and readily available for inspection when required.
The Command remains steadfast in its commitment to protecting lives and property and creating a safer environment for all residents and visitors in the State. The success of this initiative, like all policing efforts, depends largely on the cooperation and support of members of the public. The Command appreciates the understanding, cooperation, and continued support of Lagosians as it continues to implement measures aimed at ensuring the safety and security of all.
Security is a shared responsibility. The Command therefore urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious persons, vehicles, movements, or activities through the Command’s emergency lines: 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, and 09168630929.
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