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A double celebration to mark Mama Mary Chibuogwu’s 80th birthday<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

The International Church of Christ Warri<\/a> marked its 30th anniversary with a celebration of cultural displays, recognitions, and spiritual messages. The event brought together past and present church leaders, members, and friends from Nigeria and abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A key moment was the presentation of plaques honoring two late leaders: Dr. Emmanuel Urhobo, who first led the church from his home, and evangelist Wole Adegbola, who served alongside Angela Ige from 1997 to 1998. Other past leaders\u2014including Bola and Bola Shoboyejo, Jide and Biola Ojo, Wasiu and Martina Ajao, John and Margaret Obaje, and Olaolu and Abiodun Karunwi\u2014were also recognized. Lead Evangelist Jide Ojo, who delivered the sermon, shared his experiences leading the church through the Warri ethnic crisis. His message, titled “Through His Might” (Isaiah 40:29), highlighted faith and resilience, stressing that the church\u2019s strength came from God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program featured cultural dances and dramas representing the Urhobo, Ijaw, Itsekiri, and Anioma peoples. Children from the Kids\u2019 Kingdom (ages 3\u201312) performed to the gospel song, No Going Back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The celebration coincided with the 80th birthday of Mama Mary Chibuogwu and was marked with food and family-style hospitality. The event also reconnected many former members who had left in the past two decades, drawing an estimated 400 attendees. Extra chairs were set outside to accommodate the overflow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the event, Kemi Olufowobi announced the transfer of current leaders, Olaolu and Biodun Karunwi, back to Lagos, signaling a leadership transition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The success of the anniversary was credited to the planning committee, volunteers, and support from members and friends. The church looks ahead with hope for continued growth in Warri and across Delta State, giving thanks to God for the milestone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out more photos from the event here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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