Makinde Honours Rev’d Ajetunmobi At 60, Says His Life Exemplifies Impactful Leadership
•By OYENIYI AWOJOODU
IBADAN – OYO State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has described the Chairman of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Oyo State chapter, Rev’d Samson Ajetunmobi, as a man whose life and ministry are defined by impact, service, and commitment to humanity.
Governor Makinde stated this on Saturday in Ibadan during the 60th birthday celebration of Rev’d Ajetunmobi, an event that attracted religious leaders, top government officials, and dignitaries from across the country.
Speaking at the ceremony, the governor noted that true leadership goes beyond position and privilege, stressing that Rev’d Ajetunmobi’s life reflects purposeful service and selflessness.
“Whether in government, faith, or community service, leadership should not be about consumption or accumulation, but about impact. The true measure of leadership is how many lives are touched, how many communities are lifted, and how much hope is restored,” Makinde said.
He added that the PFN Oyo chairman has consistently demonstrated these values through prayers, counsel, and commitment to the wellbeing of the people, noting that his influence transcends the pulpit.
“Rev’d Ajetunmobi and other men of God stood by me at very uncertain moments. They prayed with me, encouraged me, and strengthened my resolve when the future was unclear. That support reminds us that leadership is never a solo journey,” the governor stated.
Makinde congratulated the cleric on attaining the milestone age of 60, describing it as the beginning of a renewed phase of service to God and humanity.
“At 60, you are only just beginning. My prayer is that God grants you good health, renewed strength, and many more years of meaningful service to humanity,” he added.
Earlier in his sermon, President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Wale Oke, described Rev’d Ajetunmobi as a man of grace, humility, and consistency in faith.
“Rev’d Samson Ajetunmobi is deeply rooted in God and has remained faithful to the call of unity and service within the body of Christ,” Bishop Oke said.
He further described the celebrant as a servant-leader who understands kingdom responsibility and lives beyond personal ambition.
“He does not seek applause, yet his impact is evident. His faith translates into compassion, integrity, and service to society,” he added.
In his remarks, Rev’d Ajetunmobi expressed gratitude to God and appreciation to guests for the overwhelming show of love, stating that his 60th birthday marks a renewed commitment to humanitarian service.
“The greatest gift I desire is not material. I want us to reach rural communities around Ibadan—building schools, providing boreholes, and bringing hope to places that are often forgotten,” he said.
According to him, his vision is to deploy faith as a tool for social transformation and community development.
“At 60, my prayer is that God will continue to use us as instruments of hope. If we can touch one life and lift one community, then our service has meaning,” he added.
The event was attended by several prominent personalities, including former Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo; Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Esther Wilson-Jack; Oyo State Head of Service, (HoS) Mrs. Olubunmi Oni, Mr. William Akin-Funmilayo, Honourable Commissioner for Ministry of Lands, Housing, Survey, and Urban Development, Bishop Taiwo Adelakun; senior government officials; leaders from across the Christian community among others.