Rector, Redeemer’s College of Technology and Management (RECTEM), Dr Stella Mofunanya has challenged leadership graduates to embrace technology in their leadership role if they aspire to reach and achieve significantly in their future endeavours.
A total of 135 were graduated made up of 135 graduates; 11 Masters programs; 105 in PGD level, 3 diplomas, and 16 certificates holders. Statistically, the academy has trained and graduated five thousand graduates some of whom have paraded their leadership skills in various spheres of life; political, ministerial and corporate world.
Stressing how innovation and technology are incredibly shaping human activities, she maintained that not much will be accomplished in ministry and business if innovation is missing in any endeavour.
She stated this during the lecture titled, “Creativity and innovation in transforming Christian ministry in contemporary society,” which she delivered at the valedictory service of the Redeemer’s International Leadership Academy (RILA) over the weekend in Lagos.
Citing the transformative impact of technology and innovation that have been deployed by Christian leaders and ministries and Nigerian entrepreurs who are being recognised locally and internationally, Mofunanya said, “Creativity and innovation are vital for transforming Christian ministry in contemporary society. By embracing technology, revitalizing worship, engaging communities, and enhancing discipleship, the Church can more effectively fulfill its mission.
“As you step forward, I encourage you to remain bold, creative, innovative and to let the boundless creativity of our Creator guide you.
Highlighting the role of technology, RECTEM Rector said, “Innovative solutions to community problems, such as mobile health clinics or educational workshops, can significantly improve the quality of life for those served.
“Effective ministry extends beyond the church walls, impacting the broader community through service and advocacy. Community service projects that address local needs, such as poverty eradication, education, and healthcare, exemplify Christ’s love in action,” she added.
The General Overseer, RCCG, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, who was represented by the Assistant Continental Overseer, RCCG, Research and Development, Josiah Bolarinwa charged the graduands they, “must take what they have learned to the marketplace, to the world, wherever they are going so that they can pass on the good legacy of the Christian faith that they have imbibed here.
Adeboye disclosed the relevance of leadership in the church and secular, proffering and solving problems.
“Like Maxwell said, everything starts and ends at the table of a leader. Leadership position is very, very vital. If there is any problem we have in our country, in particular in Africa in general, it is leadership.
“Give me a good leader, I will tell you that organization will be very good. Leadership is very, very important, very, very vital. It gives a sense of direction to the followers. So how do we get it right? Since we know we have this challenge,” he added.
The Rector of RILA, Pastor Banky Ladile said the three-decade old academy was established to train and produce leaders suitable for leadership responsible both in every sphere of life.
“Our objective is to transform leaders. It’s a training institution where people come to discover themselves, who they are ordained by God to be, and at the same time, transform themselves and transform others in different spheres of life.
“In those areas, wherever we are, everybody needs to train on leadership. Wherever you find yourself, you must be making an impact and transforming others. That’s our goal,” Ladile said.
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