Hon. Ropo Adesanya, a renowned politician and philanthropist, has donated a newly constructed belfry worth over N3m to Ebenezer Anglican Church, Oke-Ila, Ado-Ekiti, as a remembrance of his 70th birthday celebration.
The celebrant, his wife joined by clergymen to celebrate his 70th birthday on Wednesday in Ado-Ekiti
Commissioning the belfry at the church premises, the Bishop of Ekiti Anglican Diocese, The Rt. Rev’d Andrew Olusola Ajayi, thanked God for the life of Hon. Adesanya and commended him for using his God-given resources in service to the Church and the advancement of God’s kingdom.
The Bishop congratulated the celebrant on attaining the age of 70 and described the belfry as an important facility in the Church.
He prayed God to continually bless Hon. Adesanya with good health, long life, and greater opportunities to serve humanity and the Church.
Earlier, the celebrant. said that he donated the belfry as an expression of gratitude to God Almighty for His faithfulness, protection, and abundant grace upon his life, his wife, and his children.
According to him, reaching the age of 70 is a special privilege from God, and the donation was his way of appreciating God’s goodness and mercy over the years.
He further pledged his continued commitment to serving God and humanity, acknowledging God’s unwavering protection and blessings upon his family.
Special prayers were later offered for the donor and his family, while guests and church members joined in celebrating the milestone occasion.
The donation of the belfry stands as a lasting legacy of faith, generosity, and dedication to the growth of the Church by Adesanya as he celebrates his 70th birthday.
