Founder and presiding Bishop of the Residing Religion Church, aka Winners Chapel, and Chancellor of Covenant College, Bishop David Oyedepo, says he hasn’t ever earned any wages from the college since its inception in 2001.
Oyedepo disclosed this all over the college’s nineteenth convocation on Friday.
The development tagged “The Release of Eagles 2024” began on Thursday and can come to an finish on Saturday.
He emphasized that the good fortune tales and private enlargement of the scholars were his true rewards.
Right through the development, which conferred first and better levels and introduced prizes, a complete of one,607 scholars graduated.
Between them have been 339 with first class honours, 762 with second-class higher honours, 330 with second-class decrease honours, 25 with third-class honours, and 151 from postgraduate programmes.
Reflecting at the accomplishments of Covenant College graduates, Oyedepo highlighted their contributions to diverse sectors equivalent to flight, style, banking, and ICT.
“I stated this sooner than God. I’ve no longer earned any wages from Covenant College since its inception.
“Your testimonies of success and breakthroughs in different fields of endeavour have been my earnings and wages,” he said.
He emphasized that his motivation used to be by no means pushed by means of non-public acquire however by means of a want to give a contribution meaningfully to folk.
He inspired the graduates to undertake a homogeneous mindset, specializing in how they are able to give a contribution to the higher excellent in lieu than in the hunt for non-public rewards.
“You are created to be a contributor. Find a place to contribute. You cannot be a contributor and be a failure. You will be part of the solution and not those who are problems,” he asserted.
Speaking about Nigeria’s day, Oyedepo suggested the graduates to stay dedicated to God’s plan, emphasising the virtue of staying aligned with that goal.
“We will see a brand new Nigeria. Don’t jump the fence. Your star is where you belong. A commitment to be at the centre of God’s plan is very essential,” he famous.
The college’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof Abiodun Adebayo, expressed his gratitude for the graduating category, referred to as the “Eagles 2024,” and underscored their possible to grow to be day leaders.
“The university is immensely grateful to God as another cohort of new generation leaders are being unleashed in the ecosphere as agents of positive change in our nation, continent, and the world,” he said.
Former Minister of Condition, Prof. Isaac Adewole, additionally attended the rite, marking the time as particular because of his kid graduating with first class honours.
He recommended the establishment’s willpower to personality development, remarking, “The discipline is outstanding, and it is the only way to move our nation forward. You have set an example, and we are inspired. It is nothing short of a miracle.”
In a similar fashion, the Olota of Ota, Oba Adeyemi Obalanlege, stated Covenant College’s affect in town, noting that it has made Ota a globally fascinating location.
He expressed his gratitude for the chance to provide as a tutor and inspired the graduates to bounce upper of their day endeavours.