Pastor David Oluwamakinde Oyedepo, the first son of Bishop David Oyedepo, has sent a heartfelt message to his parents as the Liberation Mandate of Winners' Chapel International reached its 45th anniversary. The Liberation Mandate, which is the divine commission given to Bishop Oyedepo during an 18-hour vision in 1981, is celebrated annually on May 2.
Celebration of the Liberation Mandate
In a Facebook post on May 2, Oyedepo Jnr. congratulated his father and mother, as well as all Winners' Chapel members worldwide. He noted that while they have witnessed great things, they believe the best is yet to come. As the resident pastor of Faith Tabernacle in Canaanland, he declared himself a living proof of the Mandate.
His post read: "The Liberation Mandate is 45! Jesus, we thank You! Congratulations to my Father @davidoyedepomin and my mother @officialfaithoyedepo and to all WINNERS WORLDWIDE! We have seen GREAT things but we know the BEST is still yet to come. I am a LIVING PROOF of the Mandate! Hallelujah."
Reactions from the Community
The post garnered several reactions from followers. Naomi Mkimbi Atero said: "Congratulations to us. To God be all the glory." Adedokun Inioluwa added: "I thank God Almighty for mercy and long life and property in Christ Jesus name, amen." Israel Ufedojo Oguche commented: "Happy Anniversary, All Glory To God Sir. We are Living Proofs Of The Mandate." Isong Maurice wrote: "Glory to God. Blessed be His Name forever. Congratulations to the Winners Family worldwide." Annie Ubom expressed: "What a blessing to be a partaker of the Liberation Mandate. Beloved papa, keep triumphing effortlessly by Grace. Happy 45th Anniversary to us." Grace Solomon said: "Congratulations, sir. Greater grace for greater accomplishment in life and ministry Sir. Amen." Orimobi Opeyemi noted: "Glory to God. My life is a testimony. This commission is a blessing to me."
Related Developments
In a related story, Bishop Oyedepo's son previously opened up about what his wife did to her US green card. Additionally, Bishop Oyedepo declared divine judgment on bandits and financiers of terrorism in Nigeria. According to reports, the cleric emphasized that the coming week would be marked by "testimonies of vengeance" for the nation, assuring worshippers that God's intervention was imminent. In his sermon, Oyedepo also preached on pathways to sanctification, urging congregants to resist spiritual laxity and warning that ungodliness blocks supernatural breakthroughs.
Banditry and terrorism have inflicted untold hardship across Nigeria, leaving communities devastated and families shattered. Villages have been raided, homes burnt, and livelihoods destroyed, forcing thousands to flee from ancestral lands.
