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Pastor Adeboye Leads Prayers for Plateau, Urges Total Surrender to God
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has called on Christians to put their trust wholly in God, declaring that “God is more than enough” and nothing is too difficult for Him to do.
Pastor Adeboye made the remarks on Sunday during an interdenominational service held at the RCCG Northern Camp Ground in Kassa, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area. The service marked the conclusion of the RCCG 2025 Northern Region Ministers and Workers Conference.
Speaking on the theme “Divine Manifestation,” Pastor Adeboye drew inspiration from Jeremiah 32:27 and Psalm 2:1-4, assuring worshippers that God remains capable of restoring lost glory, especially for Plateau State.
“It doesn’t take God time to do what He says,” Adeboye said. “Whatever was not planted by Him will be uprooted. When your time for manifestation comes, you will weep no more.”
He encouraged Christians to remain steadfast in faith, submit to God, and live righteously. “Stop pretending to be Christians. When He saves your soul, run from sin. God will work through those who truly abide in Him,” he added.
Addressing the socio-political climate in Plateau, Pastor Adeboye prophesied a positive turnaround for the state. “Plateau will reclaim its lost glory,” he declared.
Representing Governor Caleb Mutfwang at the event, the Secretary to the State Government, Samuel Jatau, thanked Pastor Adeboye for his continued prayers and belief in the state’s potential. “Despite the challenges, Plateau remains one of the safest states in Northern Nigeria,” he said.
Earlier, Pastor Dagunduro, the Deputy Continental Overseer, led prayers for peace in Plateau, particularly in light of recent violence in some communities.
Pastor Tony Curtis Ukagwu, the regional pastor, welcomed participants and described the gathering as a divine opportunity for believers to reconnect with God. Pastor Odeyemi, Continental Overseer Africa Continent 2, also emphasized the importance of unity in the faith and a return to God.
The service featured praise from the RCCG Mass Choir and Region 8 Praise Team, intercessory prayers for Plateau and Nigeria, and testimonies from congregants who shared personal experiences of divine intervention.
The Plateau State Government has reviewed the curfew imposed on Jos North Local Government Area following a satisfactory security assessment carried out in the affected area.
This was disclosed on Wednesday by Joyce Ramnap, the commissioner for information and communication.
According to her, the decision followed a satisfactory assessment of the security situation in the area.
“Curfew earlier imposed on the area is hereby further relaxed. Effective Wednesday, May 13, 2026, the curfew will now run from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. daily,” Ms Ramnap said.
“Residents are advised to continue to comply strictly with the directive and cooperate with security agencies,” she added.
She urged residents to remain law-abiding, vigilant, and report suspicious activities to security agencies, while appreciating their cooperation and understanding.
Ms Rambap also advised residents to report suspicious activities to security agencies.
The curfew was imposed following a deadly attack in Angwan Rukuba community where more than 30 persons were killed in the attack.
Cornerstone Insurance Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening climate resilience and expanding financial protection for vulnerable communities through its participation in the Lagos Flood Risk Transfer Scheme, an innovative flood insurance initiative expected to benefit approximately four million residents across Lagos State.
Flooding remains one of the most significant environmental and economic challenges confronting Lagos State, with poor and vulnerable communities disproportionately affected by recurring incidents during the state’s annual rainy seasons. As a low-lying coastal city with an average elevation of approximately 1.5 metres above sea level, Lagos faces increasing flood risks driven by rising sea levels, land subsidence, rapid urbanisation, and drainage systems frequently obstructed by waste.
Over the years, the state has experienced increasingly severe flooding, particularly between April and July, resulting in widespread disruption to infrastructure, livelihoods, businesses, and economic productivity. Estimates place the annual economic impact of flooding in Lagos at nearly $4 billion.
To address these growing risks and strengthen the financial resilience of affected communities, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Insurance Development Forum (IDF), with funding support from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), developed the Lagos Flood Risk Transfer Scheme in collaboration with the Lagos State Government.
The initiative is designed to provide rapid financial support to vulnerable residents through an innovative parametric insurance solution that enables faster response and recovery following major flooding events.
Following extensive modelling and technical assessments, a flood footprint-based index was selected as the most suitable insurance model for Lagos State, taking into consideration the city’s exposure to pluvial, fluvial, and coastal flooding risks. Under the scheme, payouts are triggered when flood depths reach 50 centimetres.
After regulatory approval by the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM), the scheme is being underwritten by Cornerstone Insurance Plc alongside three other leading insurance companies, with Africa Re providing reinsurance support.
Speaking on the initiative, the Managing Director of Cornerstone Insurance Plc, Stephen Alangbo, said: “at Cornerstone Insurance, we understand that climate-related risks such as flooding continues to threaten livelihoods, businesses, and vulnerable communities across Lagos State. Our participation in the Lagos Flood Risk Transfer Scheme reflects our commitment to providing innovative insurance solutions that strengthen resilience, support rapid recovery, and deliver meaningful financial protection to those most affected by environmental challenges.”
The sustainability of the initiative is further strengthened by the Lagos State Government’s commitment to incremental premium payments over the next three years. The scheme has also been integrated into the state’s broader disaster management framework, reinforcing coordinated efforts to improve preparedness, response, and recovery for flood-prone communities across Lagos State.
About Cornerstone Insurance
Cornerstone Insurance Plc is licensed and re-certified by the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) to provide both general and life insurance services. As the first insurance company in Nigeria to offer customers an online platform for insurance transactions, its services are driven by cutting-edge technology, making them easily accessible via internet and mobile platforms.
At Cornerstone Insurance Plc, we remain committed to our core values of integrity, empathy, professionalism, innovation, and team spirit. Our mission is to deliver value beyond expectations through need-based products and exceptional service delivery.
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