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.
