January 3, 2020
January 3, 2020
As we prayed for recovery of health for you, the news suddenly filtered in “God has overruled”. We melted in submission to His will. He is God, the omnipotent.
Our sweet sister Nnedi, you were pleasant, unassuming and amiable. Gallant soldier of Christ, unwavering in devotion, rock like in faith, “SU” in disposition, meticulous, diligent and renowned. You were humble to a fault, calling us “mummy” and “daddy” not only before your elevation to the position of “first lady” of FGBMFI in Nigeria but throughout your tenure.
You were never haughty nor rude. You were very appreciative and even humorous. The last text we got from you was your reply to our birthday wishes for you. Someone had erroneously indicated on the Ladies of the Fellowship platform that you were celebrating your birthday. We sent our felicitations. You replied from London pointing out that it was a mix-up but gladly declaring that you had appropriated the blessings in the prayers, Just You! You were simple and obedient.
When we were in office as National President of the fellowship in Nigeria, your husband was the National Director in charge of conventions. You cooperated with him to see that he carried out his duties creditably. In doing this, there was an occasion we issued an instruction to you and it was most difficult for you to obey that instruction because it clashed with your personal interest but to our utmost amazement, you obeyed. God honored you for it.
On the 17th November 2018, you led the ladies of the fellowship in Nigeria to honor us for meritorious service as your immediate predecessor in office. It was a glorious day. We were looking forward to the day you too would be so honored but you have exited to receive your own honor from the Father of all lights.
Our sweet Sister Nnedi, you were industrious, serious minded and ever ingenious in the ways you handled the affairs of the Ladies of the Fellowship. You were conscious all the time of accountability and Christian stewardship. You were a chartered accountant by profession and you brought this to bear on the proceedings of the ladies forum.
At National Executive Council meetings (ladies wing), you requested for catalogue of number of souls won and baptism of the Holy Spirit from region to region. When it was not business meeting but prayer time, you led with sobriety and dexterity.
You smiled repeatedly as you executed your duties which showed that for you, fellowship work was not a drudgery but a delight. You radiated joy and God made that joy infectious. As two “first ladies” our styles of leadership were decidedly and unambiguously different. Whilst I glory in mine, I celebrate you for yours. In all, the Lord’s name has been lifted.
Our sweet Sister Nnedi, since you decided to go to bed early, sleep well. To say that we will miss you is an understatement. The right thing to say is that we will meet you again on the resurrection morning. Goodnight!
Architect and Dr (Mrs) Bunmi Adedeji
Former National President
FGBMFI Nigeria
And
International Vice President
Our sweet sister Nnedi, you were pleasant, unassuming and amiable. Gallant soldier of Christ, unwavering in devotion, rock like in faith, “SU” in disposition, meticulous, diligent and renowned. You were humble to a fault, calling us “mummy” and “daddy” not only before your elevation to the position of “first lady” of FGBMFI in Nigeria but throughout your tenure.
You were never haughty nor rude. You were very appreciative and even humorous. The last text we got from you was your reply to our birthday wishes for you. Someone had erroneously indicated on the Ladies of the Fellowship platform that you were celebrating your birthday. We sent our felicitations. You replied from London pointing out that it was a mix-up but gladly declaring that you had appropriated the blessings in the prayers, Just You! You were simple and obedient.
When we were in office as National President of the fellowship in Nigeria, your husband was the National Director in charge of conventions. You cooperated with him to see that he carried out his duties creditably. In doing this, there was an occasion we issued an instruction to you and it was most difficult for you to obey that instruction because it clashed with your personal interest but to our utmost amazement, you obeyed. God honored you for it.
On the 17th November 2018, you led the ladies of the fellowship in Nigeria to honor us for meritorious service as your immediate predecessor in office. It was a glorious day. We were looking forward to the day you too would be so honored but you have exited to receive your own honor from the Father of all lights.
Our sweet Sister Nnedi, you were industrious, serious minded and ever ingenious in the ways you handled the affairs of the Ladies of the Fellowship. You were conscious all the time of accountability and Christian stewardship. You were a chartered accountant by profession and you brought this to bear on the proceedings of the ladies forum.
At National Executive Council meetings (ladies wing), you requested for catalogue of number of souls won and baptism of the Holy Spirit from region to region. When it was not business meeting but prayer time, you led with sobriety and dexterity.
You smiled repeatedly as you executed your duties which showed that for you, fellowship work was not a drudgery but a delight. You radiated joy and God made that joy infectious. As two “first ladies” our styles of leadership were decidedly and unambiguously different. Whilst I glory in mine, I celebrate you for yours. In all, the Lord’s name has been lifted.
Our sweet Sister Nnedi, since you decided to go to bed early, sleep well. To say that we will miss you is an understatement. The right thing to say is that we will meet you again on the resurrection morning. Goodnight!
Architect and Dr (Mrs) Bunmi Adedeji
Former National President
FGBMFI Nigeria
And
International Vice President