The 25th wedding anniversary celebration of Apostle Gboyega Shitta and his wife, Pastor (Mrs.) Wunmi Shitta, at Radisson Blu Hotel, Lagos, was graced by dignitaries including Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, and his immediate predecessor, Mr. Udom Emmanuel, CON.
Pastor Eno who was accompanied by his deputy, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, applauded the couple for their dedication and commitment to the vineyard of the Lord
He described the celebrants as passionate ambassadors of God’s kingdom and beacons of hope who have impacted many lives across the globe.
Referring to Apostle Shitta as a prayer warrior, the State Chief Executive said, ” I am here to identify with Apostle Shitta and his beloved wife on this special occasion.
“I thank God for what He has done in their lives. ”
Gov. Eno also prayed that their marriage and lives would continue to be a blessing, noting that after their silver jubilee, they would have cause to celebrate many more anniversaries.
In his own remarks at the event tagged, GW25: Praise and Thanksgiving Service, immediate past Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Mr. Udom Emmanauel noted that Apostle Shitta was one of the priests who stood by him while in government.
While acknowledging that leadership was not by age but by Grace, the former governor stated that Apostle Shitta was a leader in deed, in words, and in his way of life.
He prayed that God would continue to bless the celebrants with years of marital bliss.
In his exhortation, President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria ( PFN), Bishop Francis Wale Oke, said that from his personal observation of the couple, they have been true servants of God.
He said that the couple’s marriage has stood the test of time because of three elements, the word of God, they have been praying ceaselessly and have been looking on to God.
He advised everyone to ensure that their families, like that of the celebrants, should stand on a tripod: husband, wife, and Christ.
Other dignitaries at the event included Akwa Ibom State Deputy Governor, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, Managing Director of Hensek Integrated Services, Engr. Uwem Okoko, Bishop Lawrence Achudume, Prince Bisi Olatilo, and many men of God from across Nigeria.
