The Bishop of Ekiti Anglican Diocese, The Rt. Rev’d Andrew Olusola Ajayi, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, inaugurated the State Housing Archdeaconry at its headquarters, Ebenezer Anglican Church, Oke-Ila, Ado-Ekiti.
The Bishop also performed the induction of Ven. Dr. Isaac Adesina Okunade as the first Archdeacon in charge of the newly created Archdeaconry.
The State Housing Archdeaconry comprises Ebenezer Anglican Church, Oke-Ila, Ado-Ekiti; Anglican Church of Grace; Anglican Church of Pentecost; and Oba Rufus Adejugbe Anglican Church. The headquarters of the Archdeaconry is located at Ebenezer Anglican Church, Oke-Ila, Ado-Ekiti.
In his address, Bishop Ajayi told the congregation that the creation of the State Housing Archdeaconry was inspired and directed by the Holy Spirit. He noted that the establishment of the new Archdeaconry was part of God’s plan to advance the work of evangelism and strengthen the administration of the Church within the Diocese.
Delivering the sermon, Ven. Samuel Olubunmi Shittu charged the clergy and congregation to live a Spirit-filled life, emphasizing that Jesus Christ lived by the Spirit and remains the perfect example for believers.
He further stated that Christian service must be characterized by self-sacrifice, mercy, and compassion, stressing that service in the house of God should be comprehensive and wholehearted.
Drawing lessons from Luke 4:18 and other biblical references, Ven. Shittu urged Ven. Adesina Okunade to ensure that his preaching, pastoral visitation, and counselling ministry reflect the glory of God in his new assignment.He also encouraged members of the church to continually pray for their leaders.
The State Housing Archdeaconry was carved out of Ado North Archdeaconry following the approval of the Diocesan Board Meeting presided over by the Diocesan Bishop at Emmanuel Anglican Church, Awo-Ekiti, on May 12, 2026.
Special prayers were offered during the service for the Church, the Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, Nigeria, and other leaders. The service also featured inspiring choir ministrations.
Dignitaries present at the inauguration included Mrs. Abimbola Ajayi, wife of the Bishop of Ekiti Diocese, spiritual fathers from across the Diocese, The Ekiti State Commissioner for Police CPS Adegoroye Micheal Falade, who is a bosom friend of the Archdeacon ,Ven Adesina Okunade was fully in attendance and members of various Archdeaconries across the state.
The inauguration marks a significant milestone in the growth and expansion of the Anglican Communion in Ekiti State and is expected to further strengthen evangelism, pastoral care, and church administration within the Diocese.
