Stephen Adegbite

Stephen Tunde Victor Adegbite (born 17 August 1968), is a Nigerian bishop of the Methodist Church Nigeria, theologian, and public administrator.[1][

The Rt. Rev. Dr.
Stephen Tunde Victor Adegbite
Born
Stephen Tunde Victor Adegbite

(1968-08-17) August 17, 1968 (age 58)
Oyo State, Nigeria
Other nameSTV Adegbite
EducationImmanuel College of Theology, Ibadan
University of Ibadan
OccupationsBishop, theologian, administrator
Known forExecutive Secretary, Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC)
Chairman, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Lagos State
SpousePrincess Adewunmi Fadeke Adegbite

Stephen Tunde Victor Adegbite (born 17 August 1968), is a Nigerian bishop of the Methodist Church Nigeria, theologian, and public administrator.[1][2][3] He serves as the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) and Chaplain of the Aso Rock Villa Chapel.[4][5][6][7] He is also the Bishop of the Diocese of Ikeja and the Chairman of the Lagos State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).[8][9][10]

Early life and education

Adegbite was born on 17 August 1968 in Oyo State, Nigeria.[1] He attended Fiditi Grammar School, Fiditi, from 1979 to 1985.[1][2] He then studied at Immanuel College of Theology, Ibadan (1988–1991), earning Diplomas in Theology and Religious Studies.[2][4] He obtained a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Religious Studies from the University of Ibadan (1992–1995), followed by a Master of Arts in Ethics (1998) and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the same university in January 2022.[2]

He also attended management and administration courses, including the CORAT programme in Kenya (2008) and multiple Management Courses for Presbyters at ASCON, Badagry.[1][2]

Ministry and career

Adegbite is an ordained minister in the Methodist Church Nigeria.[11] He has served in various capacities, including as Presbyter at Wesley Cathedral, Olowogbowo, Lagos (during which a new church building was constructed), Proto-Presbyter at Methodist Church of the Trinity, Tinubu, Lagos (2012–2015), and Synod Secretary for both Trinity Church Council and Lagos Diocese.[2] He was also Coordinator of Lay Preachers in the Archdiocese of Lagos and Chairman of City Wide Crusade for Lagos Diocese.[12][3]

He rose to become Bishop of the Diocese of Ikeja and has served as the supervising Bishop for Igbobi College, Lagos, representing the Methodist Church Nigeria.[13] He was formerly Chairman of the Christian Council of Nigeria (CCN), Lagos State, and later Chairman of CCN Southwest.[14][15] He has led Christian pilgrimages to Jerusalem and other holy sites for over 23 years.[16][1]

In January 2024, President Bola Tinubu appointed him as the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), making him the 4th substantive holder of the office.[17][18][19] He also serves as Chaplain of the Aso Rock Villa Chapel in Abuja.[20]

Leadership in Christian organisations

Adegbite has held ecumenical positions. He served as Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Lagos State chapter (re-elected for a second term).[9][14] He is a member of the Inter-Faith Committee of Lagos State under the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC).[21] He has been recognised for promoting interfaith harmony and Christian unity.[22][23][24][25]

He is known as a preacher, scholar, and advocate for good governance, peace, and religious harmony in Nigeria.[2]

Personal life

Adegbite was married to Mrs Funmilayo Adetifewa Adegbite, and they had children together.[26][12] He remarried Princess Adewunmi Fadeke Adegbite, and they have four children.[27][1]

Awards and recognition

Adegbite has received academic and professional honours throughout his career. He was awarded:

  • Best Student in English Language at Immanuel College of Theology, Ibadan (1991)[12]
  • Best Student in the Department of Religious Studies, University of Ibadan (1996 set)[2]
  • Best Postgraduate Student, University of Ibadan (1998 set)

He has received awards from various Christian bodies and organisations. Notable honours include:

  • Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award and Honorary Professor in Humanitarianism, conferred by Heart Bible International University and Seminary, USA (July 2024)[28][29]
  • Africa Christian Lifetime Achievement Award (presented by CLIMA Awards and Magazine)[30]
  • Award of Excellence, presented by the Coalition of Nigerian Christian Bishops and Clerics (28 August 2025)[31][32]
  • Life Patron Award by the National APC Christian Leaders Forum of Nigeria (November 2025)[33][34]
  • Meritorious Service Award by the Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) (June 13, 2024)[35][36]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b c d e f User, Super. "Executive SecretaryProfile". ncpc.gov.ng. Retrieved 2026-04-12. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h "BIOGRAPHY OF EXECUTIVE SECRETARY OF NIGERIA CHRISTIAN PILGRIM COMMISSION – RT. REV. STEPHEN TUNDE VICTOR ADEGBITE | Travelscope Magazine". Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  3. ^ a b Exclusive, Apex News (2024-08-17). "Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission Executive Secretary, Bishop Adegbite marks 56th birthday anniversary". Apex News Exclusive. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  4. ^ a b Adewara, Bola (2024-01-14). "STV ADEGBITE TAKES OVER AS NCPC EXECUTIVE SECRETARY". Reporting the living Word. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  5. ^ Team, CAN Media (2024-02-01). "Bishop Adegbite Assumes Office As NCPC Executive Secretary | Christian Association of Nigeria". Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  6. ^ "PRESS RELEASE: BISHOP ADEGBITE TAKES OVER THE MANTLE OF LEADERSHIP AT NCPC". ncpc.gov.ng. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  7. ^ Agboh, Timothy (2025-11-07). "Bishop lauds Tinubu for religious harmony, urges Christians to support FG". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  8. ^ Sobowale, Adetutu (2024-12-24). "Yuletide: Lagos CAN chair urges Nigerians to embrace optimism, love". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  9. ^ a b Admin2 (2024-01-21). "Bishop Adegbite Re-Elected Lagos CAN Chairman". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-12.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  10. ^ Bankole, Idowu (2025-09-02). "Keep praying for Tinubu, CAN charges Christians". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  11. ^ Omenazu, Ejikeme (2026-02-01). "Lessons My Late Father Taught Us — Bishop Stephen Adegbite". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  12. ^ a b c Kehinde, Seye (2024-12-25). "City People Visits LAGOS Christian Asso Of Nigeria". City People Magazine. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  13. ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2019-08-15). "Anglican, Methodist churches sign pact to advance Igbobi College". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  14. ^ a b Times, Church (2020-12-14). "Methodist Bishop, Adegbite now Lagos CAN Chair…to spend one term of five years - Church Times Nigeria - News, features and more". Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  15. ^ Bako, Friday. "NCPC Boss, Bishop Adegbite Marks 56th Birthday Anniversary". View Point Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  16. ^ Habib, Gift (2024-03-02). "Why govt can't fix cost of pilgrimage now – Christian pilgrims boss". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  17. ^ "PRESS RELEASE: BISHOP ADEGBITE TAKES OVER THE MANTLE OF LEADERSHIP AT NCPC". www.ncpc.gov.ng. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  18. ^ "Tinubu appoints Bishop Adegbite as new NCPC Executive Secretary | Tribune Online". tribuneonlineng.com. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  19. ^ "Bishop Stephen Adegbite takes over as Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission helmsman | AIT LIVE". 2024-02-01. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  20. ^ "'A New Dawn Is Breaking', Aso Rock Chaplain Adegbite Urges Hope, Unity At Christmas". Leadership. December 2024.
  21. ^ "Welcome to NIREC". www.nirec.org.ng. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  22. ^ GIMP (2025-02-06). "Bishop Adegbite calls on Religious Leaders to Promote Interfaith Tolerance". Guild of Interfaith Media Practitioners. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  23. ^ "NCPC BOSS BISHOP ADEGBITE HONOURED WITH AWARD OF EXCELLENCE". www.ncpc.gov.ng. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  24. ^ Kasali, Kazeem (2025-11-05). "Nigeria's Peace Lies In Unity, Not Division - NCPC Boss -". Trending News. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  25. ^ Shaibu, Nathaniel (2024-04-09). "Eid-el-Fitr: NCPC boss urges Muslims to promote love, peace". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  26. ^ Omenazu, Ejikeme (2024-01-21). "Rev. Yakubu Pam Out, Bishop Adegbite In As NCPC Executive Secretary". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  27. ^ Bako, Friday. "Birthday Message: Celebrating Princess Adewunmi Fadeke Adegbite". View Point Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  28. ^ Bako, Friday. "NCPC Boss, Bishop Adegbite Honoured With Presidential Life Achievement Award, Honorary". View Point Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  29. ^ Audu, Onoja (2024-07-18). "Abuja FCT: Adegbite Honoured With Presidential Lifetime Achievement". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  30. ^ "CLIMA Awards Honours Dr Kyei, Bishop Adegbite, Dr Sam Oye, Others | Business News Hub". 2024-10-06. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  31. ^ Post, City (2025-08-30). "NCPC BOSS, BISHOP ADEGBITE, RECEIVES AWARD OF EXCELLENCE". Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  32. ^ "NCPC Boss, Bishop Adegbite, Honoured with Award of Excellence - Quality TV". 2025-09-02. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  33. ^ "UpNaija - Stay Informed, Engage, and Shape Your Community's Future". upnaija.ng. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  34. ^ PointNG, The (2025-11-07). "Bishop Adegbite honoured for Outstanding Leadership in Nigerian Christian community - ThePointNG". Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  35. ^ Bako, Friday. "Nigeria's First Lady, NCPC Boss Receive Meritorious Service Award". View Point Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-12.
  36. ^ "FIRST LADY, NCPC BOSS HONORED WITH PRESTIGIOUS MERITORIOUS SERVICE AWARD - Quality TV". 2024-06-14. Retrieved 2026-04-12.

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