A new memo issued by the Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG has revealed details why Adeboye was forced to hand over to Pastor Joseph Obayemi.
Pastor Enoch Adeboye
The Redeemed Christian Church of God has released a memo indicating that Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye's appointment of Pastor Joseph Obayemi as the General Overseer was prompted by a new Legislation in Nigeria.
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, on Saturday appointed a new General Overseer (GO) for the church in Nigeria. He continues in his capacity as the General Overseer for the RCCG Worldwide.
Giving details for the change in leadership in Nigeria, Adeboye said the decision was carried out in fulfillment of the new legal requirements of the Financial Regulations Council, guiding all registered churches, mosques, and Civil Society Organisations.
The regulation stipulates that heads of non profit organisations like churches now have a maximum period of 20 years to lead their organisations while in retirement and are not permitted to hand over to their families.
Read the memo below: