The Iyara Development Association (IDA) has congratulated Prof. Dapo Asaju on his election as the Bishop of Anglican Church of Nigeria, Ijesha Diocese.
The Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion House of Bishops’ Episcopal Synod had during its meeting held on Thursday 24th February at Evo Diocese, St Andrew’s Anglican Church, Portharcourt, Rivers State, elected Rt. Rev. Prof. Dapo Asaju as Ilesa Diocese Bishop.
The National President of IDA, Alhaji Aliyu Badaki in a congratulatory message described the election as well deserved in view of the contributions of the new Bishop to the propagation of the gospel through the Church of Nigeria.
Alhaji Badaki noted that the elevation is a thing of joy to the people of Iyara, and Kogi state in general; describing Right Reverend Asaju as a sound preacher, a rare gem, bridge builder, pace setter and an astute administrator.
According to the National President, the community received the cheering news with all joy as the promotion is a step in the right direction.
He expressed optimism that the Bishop will live above board in the confidence reposed in him in view of his track record of integrity, honesty and selfless service to God and humanity.
In his words: “Prof. Asaju has served as the Bishop Theologian of the Church of Nigeria, former Rector of the Crowther Graduate Theological Seminary, Abeokuta and ex Vice- Chancellor, Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo. I believe that he would bring his wealth of experience to bear on his new assignment, due to the passion he has always demonstrated in the work of God.”
Alhaji Aliyu also felicitated with the Asaju family and enjoined the people of the community to support the Bishop particularly in their prayers to enable him succeed in his new assignment.
He also prayed God to grant Right Reverend Asaju more anointing, good health, wisdom and wherewithal as he pilot the affairs of the Diocese.
