The Digest:
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor E.A. Adeboye, has explained his personal policy of employing only male secretaries. The 83-year-old cleric cited late-night work schedules and a commitment to personal accountability as the foundation for his decision.
Key Points:
- Pastor Adeboye stated the change was implemented when his role required working late into the night.
- He emphasized the decision was not gender discrimination but a measure of personal protection and wisdom.
- The pastor praised his last female secretary as a wonderful and godly person, but highlighted the potential risks of being alone with a person of the opposite sex during late hours.
- He illustrated his point with a hypothetical scenario of a late-night office interaction, underscoring his commitment to avoiding any appearance of impropriety.
- The explanation was shared during a recent sermon, framed within the context of self-awareness and spiritual safeguarding.
- This personal policy reflects a broader principle of boundaries often discussed within leadership and ministerial ethics.
- The revelation offers insight into the private administrative protocols of one of Nigeria’s most influential religious leaders.
Sources: PM News, Daily Post
