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Rhema Christian Church to host 33rd World Convention, calls for national unity and reform

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Taiwo Akinola, presiding Bishop of Rhema Christian Church & Towers announced the organization's upcoming 33rd World Convention, scheduled for November 3-10, 2024, while delivering a comprehensive address that touched on pressing national and global issues.

The convention, themed "Exceeding Grace," will bring together Christian leaders, gospel ministers, and participants from around the world at the church's headquarters in Ogun State. Notable attendees will include Francis Wale Oke, Joseph Ojo, and other prominent Christian leaders.

Convention Highlights

The week-long event will feature daily programs including:

- Prayer sessions

- Specialized seminars

- Ministers' conference

- Miracle services

- A high-praise night featuring gospel artists like Mike Abdul.

Notably, the convention will mark significant milestones for the church, including the consecration of two new Bishops and Bishop Akinola's formal installation as a Charismatic Archbishop.

Akinola used the press conference to address several critical national challenges, including:

Economic Struggles

- Nigeria's inflation rate reached 34.2% in June 2024

- Fuel price hikes causing significant economic strain

- Naira devaluation and its impact on citizens

Security Issues

- Ongoing challenges with banditry and kidnappings

- Average of 13 persons kidnapped daily

- Negative impact on food security and economic investment

Youth Unemployment

- Alarming unemployment rates

- Increasing brain drain

- Impact on national development and family structures

Infrastructure

- Insufficient road infrastructure

- Only 30% of national budget allocated to infrastructure

- Call for increased government investment

Global Perspective

The Bishop also commented on international conflicts, including:

- The ongoing Russian-Ukraine war

- Conflicts in the Middle East

- Calling for dialogue and peaceful resolution

Invitation and Hope

"We invite all to participate in this Convention of 'Exceeding Grace'," Akinola stated. "We believe God will bring dramatic solutions to life's challenges and usher in divine interventions."

The convention will offer additional community services, including:

- Food distribution to the needy

- Camping facilities

- Free medical consultations

The event runs from November 3-10, 2024, at the Rhema Christian Church headquarters in Sango-Ota, Ogun State.

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