The New Covenant Bible College Nigeria, on Saturday, graduated a total of 115 students.
The 28th graduation ceremony held in Ibadan, Oyo State, saw graduates from the Ajegunle-Idiroko, Ibadan, Lagos, Osogbo, and Oyo campuses and those who had their studies virtually.
Provost of the college, Akinwale Johnson, in his remarks, charged the graduates to utilise their training to transform the society.
“To our dear graduates, you have been prepared, refined and empowered for the work ahead. The knowledge and spiritual depth you have gained here are not for personal glory but for the advancement of God’s work. As you step out, your mission is to bring light to the nations and transformation to lives,” Akinwale said.
Speaking, the Chairman of the Governing Board of the college, Aderemi Ogunfowokan urged the graduates to reach out to people of all ethnicities, cultures, and languages to ensure that humanity lives in a Godly manner.
“You have been immersed in an environment that stimulates soul-winning and have been programmed to change the world for Christ. Please, go out and prove your mettle,” Ogunfowokan said.
National Overseer Abimbola Oladipo tasked the college graduates with using their talent, time and treasure to make a positive impact on the lives of those around them.
“The church needs your talents, your knowledge and your faith. Use the wisdom you have acquired to serve others and be leaders with integrity. Make up your mind to make a positive impact on the lives of those around you.
“Tread with humility. Do not allow knowledge to puff you up. May your lives be a testament to the power of faith, the beauty of service, and the love of God,” Oladipo said.
General Overseer, New Covenant Church, Paul Jinadu held that preachers who are unable to overcome challenges they encounter while in the ministry should question their calling.
Awards were given to the best graduating students in various courses to include Adeyemo Taiwo, Calling and Introduction to Ministerial Gifts; Olorunniwo Olukemi, Inner Life Development; Egbo Kelvin, Historical Books; Adedipe Oluwatoyin, Introduction to Apologetics; Adenikinju Olayinka, The Minister and His Family.
