ARCHBISHOP AND BISHOP LOVE SAM AMAGA ARRIVE LAGOS

Archbishop Dr, Sam Amaga and Bishop Love Sam-Amaga fondly called Papa and Mama by Salemites worldwide, arrived Lagos at 2:00pm, and were warmly welcomed by a lineup of ministers within and from outside Salem International Christian Centre, Lagos Province.

Our beloved Mama and Papa

From left to right- Rev. Enobong Etteh, Bishop-Elect of Salem Lagos Province, Archbishop (Dr.) Sam Amaga and his wife, Bishop Love Sam-Amaga

 From left to right- Rev. Chikezie Agwara with the Provincial Bishop-Elect

 From left to right- The Provincial Bishop-Elect with Pst. Mrs. Chibuzor Okoruwa

 From left to right- Pst. Julius Adeyeye and Mr. Obinna Nwogu

The Archbishop and Bishop Love Sam Amaga with ministers in his office at Salem Int'l Christian Centre, Lekki, Lagos

THE SALEM ACHIEVERS' INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE RALLY

The Achievers' International Conference 2017 promises to be a meeting with a gathering of souls in their thousands as the Church, Salem family Lagos, held a rally in their respective provinces.

The rally in Lagos Province took off from the Church immediately after Sunday morning service, the 23rd of April. They rallied in their hundreds, some on foot, others in cars and music boomed sonorously from speakers, there was singing,clapping, dancing, and handing out of flyers, occupants and passers-by at Chisco, Ajah and Abraham Adesanya witnessed this and joined in the activities.

For security purpose, the Church deployed the services of law enforcement officers, specifically the police, who escorted the Church members in 6 of their cars through rough streets and roads. Members returned to Church after the rally to give God praise for the peace and were discharged by the rally Coordinating Pastor.

If you didn't plan to attend the AIC 2017, it's time for you to change your mind, don't miss out on any of the events.

RUFAI OSENI TO MODERATE EXPLOIT SPECIAL BUSINESS SESSION

Rufai Oseni is the morning show host on inspiration Fm and the Convener of the empowerment series (http://empowermentseries.org). He is a contributor to the BBC in Bristol and the world service, he has done many events for top brands like Asus,Microsoft, Nigeria legal Awards, The Government of Mauritius, The British Government, The American Consulate in Nigeria, Nigerian Society Imperial College London, Oxford University, and Fidelity Bank amongst others.

He considers himself a change agent and proponent of innovative thinking and a mentor at the ideas hub where he mentors technology start-ups in the media space. He is currently working on businesses in the Agricultural value chain using technology. and runs startups like loyalbonus.com and chores.ng

ABOUT DR ABIODUN ADEDIPE THE FINANCE TYCOON

Dr. Abiodun Adedipe is the Chief Consultant of B. Adedipe Associates Limited. An accomplished trainer in the banking, financial and non-financial organizations, Biodun is also highly sought as a financial analyst and commentator on government budgets and economic policies. He consults for the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in major policy issues.

He was a recipient of the prestigious Kwame Nkrumah Outstanding Merit Award in March 2007 on the occasion of the 50th independence Anniversary of Ghana, among several other Local and international Awards.

Biodun is a 1980 graduate of Economics from the University of Ife and in1989, graduated with a Ph.D from the University of Lagos. He also attended the University of Sussex, U.K in 1984 on an international research scholarship for postgraduate students, which was named after Sir. Adam Thomson, the Chairman of British Caledonian (now British Airways) at that time. He worked for University of Lagos from 1982 to 1987, Enterprise Consulting Group (1987 to 1989), World Bank Resident Mission (1989), and IMB International Bank Plc. (1989 to 1992).

In April 1992, He joined First City Monument Bank Plc. (FCMB), as head of strategic planning and he was deployed to Corporate Finance Department as an Assistant Vice-President (equivalent to Assistant General Manager) and Head of Business Development in June 1996. He exited the bank in 1996 to lead the business (B. Adedipe Associates Limited) which he founded with his wife in 1993.

PROVINCIAL BISHOP-ELECT SALEM FAMILY LAGOS - REV ENOBONG ETTEH

Rev. Enobong Etteh is the Provincial Bishop Elect of Salem Family Lagos - Foundation Faith Church Worldwide. He is a man of God with a difference, served his time in the secular world as a Lawyer and obeyed God's call to serve full time in His Vineyard under his mentor Archbishop Dr Sam Amaga. God has rewarded him for his obedience as he was declared the Bishop-Elect of Salem Family by the Archbishop in the month of November to be consecrated on the 29th of April 2017. 

He is blessed with a loving, cheerful and humble wife, Pastor Kathrine Etteh fondly called "Mama K" by Salem Family members and to be ordained Rev. Rev and Pastor Enobong Etteh are passionate about lost souls and this has extended to members beyond conviction. They are blessed with four children and will be hosting the Achievers' International Conference.

ARTISTE PROFILE: FRANK EDWARDS

Frank Edwards was born into a family of seven. His birth name is Frank Ugochukwu Edwards. He was born in Enugu state of Nigeria. He has five siblings. He began singing at the age of ten. He learned to play the piano from his father when he was young. In his teenage years, he became a born-again Christian. He has six albums and many hit singles to his name. His recent Album Frankinscense is really a good one with amazing songs such as 'Agam Enye Gi Ekele among others.

Edwards is a producer and plays several musical instruments. He is a keyboardist and a member of the Presidential band of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome of Christ Embassy Church. His debut album The Definition was released in 2008. It was a 14-track album and was distributed by Honesty Music.Angels on the Runway his second album was released in 2010 and another, Unlimited, in 2011. Tagjam, was released in November 2011. He is currently known as Nigeria's Hottest Gospel rock artiste Now in Nigeria. In 2013 he appeared in the live performance of Sinach's "I know who I am" video. 

Besides being an artiste with many songs in all musical genre, He is also a genius producer, master mixer. As a result, Rocktown Records, which he owns, has a generation of upcoming talents including Gil Joe, King BAS, Divine, Nkay, Soltune, David and others. He is loved by many and will be ministering at the forthcoming Achievers’ International Conference.

ARTISTE PROFILE: BUCHI

Born in Kaduna, Nigeria to parents of Abia State origin, Buchi’s early education began in Enugu and took him through Methodist College, Uzuakoli and Federal Government College, Enugu. In 1983, he came to Lagos to study English Language and Literary Studies at the University of Lagos; obtained a BA in 1986, MA in 1988 and later the same year took up an appointment to lecture at the same institution alongside a PhD programe. Buchi remained at the Department of English until 1994 when he yielded to the higher calling to propagate the gospel of Jesus through writing and singing in the reggae genre.

While in the university, his casual involvement in black activism through reggae club grew more intense after listening to Oliver Thambo and the officials of ANC (African National Congress) from South Africa, during the club’s exhibition on “Apartheid in South Africa” Again, having studied the black activist literature of Dennis Bruts, Wole Soyinka, Muta Baruka and the likes, Buchi’s preoccupation with reggae music as an “outcry against oppression” became deeper. Little wonder he also became involved in one of the campus confraternities which at the time prided themselves as anti oppression movements. This preoccupation with reggae music took a new turn when his friend Ras Kimono invited him to join the team of deejays on the Floating Bukka – a reggae nightclub situated on a docked vessel on the Marina, Lagos Island.

Foremost on the list of Buchi’s strong musical influences are Eric Donaldson, Joseph Hills, Burning Spear and Frankie Paul. In 1992, Buchi gave his life to Jesus in Christ Embassy Church and transmitted from the nightclub to the choir of that ministry, where he has remained till date. 1st album released 1999 (These Days) 2nd album released 2002 (So Beautiful) 3rd album released 2005 (What a Life). He is married to Jane with 4 children, has ministered in church concerts including Reinhard Burnke’s stadium-packed outreaches. He has won multiple awards including prestigious AMEN for Best in Gospel Category, 1999 Faith, POMP and TOMA Awards for Best Artiste, Reggae Artiste and Gospel album of the year variously.

Buchi will be ministering live at the Achievers' Int'l Conference.

ARTISTE PROFILE: EVANGELIST AMAKA OKWUOHA AKA CHIOMA JESUS

Evangelist Amaka Okwuoha AKA Chioma Jesus began her singing ministry 16 years ago in the Scripture Union Fellowship and is married to Evangelist Callistus Okwuoha and are blessed with three children, She started the Inheritance of Mercy Foundation in Port Harcourt, Rivers state.

Amaka Okwuoha, best known as Chioma Jesus, is one of the true ambassadors of proper Nigerian gospel music. Her music and lyrics are not only well known in this country but in many African states as well.

Amaka was born in the poor district of Lagos but the absence of wealth didn’t deter her from developing her talent. At the age of 9, she was already singing in her local church choir. Her Pastor encouraged her to develop her talent and helped in enrolling her in the College of Music.

The first song released by this music legend was written in Yoruba although she had been learning English which would increase her opportunities. She came into prominence after being nominated for a category in the Delta Yadah Award in 2010. She did not win then, but she did win both in 2011 and 2012. Delta Yadah is an annual concert which takes place in Asaba, Delta State. It features seasoned, anointed and professional gospel music ministers who are proudly some of Nigeria’s finest.

Her most popular song is “Praise” released in 2011 which made it to the top of the Nigerian gospel charts. Amaka has collaborated with other Gospel Artistes like Samsong and several others. Come and be blessed as she minsters life at the Achievers' International Conference.

EUROPE COORDINATING BISHOP SALEM FAMILY BISHOP DAVID ONIMISI

Europe Coordinating Bishop David Onimisi is a Mechanical Engineer turned Preacher. He was in secular business as the Chief Executive Officer of his own Company, Davetech International Ltd, when he received the call of God to serve in the vineyard of his mentor, Archbishop Sam Amaga.

In obedience to this calling, he resumed as the Resident Pastor of Salem London on the 23rd April 2003. Through the power and the help of the Holy Spirit, the work is growing and bearing fruits. Four other branches have been started in Northampton, Leeds, Manchester and Aberdeen.

Europe Coordinating Bishop Onimisi is on assignment to Europe to fulfil the visionary mandate the Lord gave to His servant the Archbishop- the revival of Europe. His relentless effort to see this come to pass had seen to the inauguration of the youth ministry that is causing waves on Campuses of Universities. These youths are catching the fire of revival and also spreading it. As at present there are viable campus fellowships in eight Universities and more are about to start.

Europe Coordinating Bishop Onimisi is a forthright teacher of the word of God with depths of insight. He operates in the apostolic anointing and his ministrations always bring unspeakable joy and mighty deliverances to people- a testimony of the power of the Holy Spirit at work. He is a choice speaker in conferences, grass root churches and ministries. He is presently the Diocesan Bishop of Salem Operations in Europe and Chairman of the Salem Europe Governing Council. He is also a member of the Salem International Clergy Council, a member of Salem College of Bishops and Trans Atlantic and Pacific Alliance of churches, TAPAC. He is an Author and publisher. Two of his books published and in the market at present are, Destined for Victories and Wired for Success. He is also the Chief Executive Officer of his publishing firm, Wisdom Centre Limited.

BISHOP DR. LOVE SAM-AMAGA

Bishop Love Sam-Amaga is Superintendent Bishop, Foundation Faith Church Worldwide. She received the mandate from God to liberate and raise the most neglected group of humanity. By this she started children evangelism and established children bible clubs since 1980. Since then she has raised children evangelists through her seminars for the children's ministry network.

Dr. Love has created great impact in pioneering the church ministry with her husband Archbishop Dr. Sam Amaga from the onset of Foundation Faith Church Worldwide. She has been involved in various foreign missions and in the planting of churches worldwide.

She is an author and has co-authored books with her husband. She is the president of International Council of Female Ministers (ICFM), an international ministry to female ministers of the gospel and she is also the president of Salem Women International Worldwide.