By Gideon Maxwell
August 26, 2025
Former Vice President of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, has inspired thousands with his reflections on faith and leadership, urging leaders and believers to embrace service beyond self and find true meaning in inspiring others.
He delivered the message at the Kingsway International Christian Centre (KICC) International Gathering of Champions (IGOC) in Kent, United Kingdom, on 20 August 2025, where he shared insights drawn from his journey in public service.
The event, hosted by Senior Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo and Resident Pastor Yemisi Ashimolowo, brought together worshippers, faith leaders, and public officials from across the globe.
Sharing lessons from his journey in public service, Osinbajo stressed the importance of community and faith as catalysts for transformation.
“At the KICC International Gathering of Champions in Kent, United Kingdom, I was reminded once again of the power of community and faith to shape lives and destinies. I had the privilege of sharing reflections from my own journey in public service, knowing that our stories find their deepest meaning when they inspire others to serve.”
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He urged the audience to remain steadfast in service, noting that long-term vision and consistency can yield remarkable impact.
“Senior Pastor Matthew A. Ashimolowo and Resident Pastor Yemisi Ashimolowo have, for more than three decades, built Kingsway International Christian Centre into one of Western Europe’s largest single congregations. Their steadfast devotion is a living testament to what vision and consistency can accomplish.”
Highlighting the promise of youth leadership, Osinbajo recounted meeting Councillor Princess Opeyemi Bright, Mayor of the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, the youngest in UK history at age 29.
“It was also a joy to reconnect with my friend Dr. Mensah Otabil, Senior Pastor of the International Central Gospel Church, Ghana, and to meet Councillor Princess Opeyemi Bright, Mayor of the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, who at 29 is the youngest mayor in UK history, a reminder of how much promise lies in the next generation of leaders.”
He also expressed gratitude for the warm reception at the event.
“My heartfelt gratitude to Pastor Femi Faseru, Pastor Ade D’Almeida, and Minister Mayomi Anuwe for their gracious hospitality and care, which made this gathering not just memorable, but deeply meaningful.”
The IGOC has grown into one of the most influential Christian gatherings in Europe, drawing ministers, worshippers, and leaders annually to share biblical insights, leadership lessons, and strategies for community transformation.
