Standing Committee – 2025
THE DIOCESE OF EKITI, CHURCH OF NIGERIA (ANGLICAN COMMUNION), HOSTS THE 2025 STANDING COMMITTEE MEETING
The Diocese of Ekiti, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), is set to host the 2025 Standing Committee Meeting of the Church of Nigeria from Monday, September 15 to Friday, September 19, 2025, at the Cathedral Church of Emmanuel, Okesa, Ado-Ekiti.
The meeting will be presided over by the Most Revd. (Dr.) Henry Chukwudum Ndukuba, Archbishop, Metropolitan and Primate of All Nigeria, accompanied by his wife, Mrs. Angela Ndukuba. The host bishop, The Rt. Revd. (Dr.) Andrew Olusola Ajayi, and his wife, Mrs. Abimbola Ajayi, alongside the Diocesan Board, clergy, and laity, will receive delegates from across the country.
About the Standing Committee Meeting
The Standing Committee Meeting is one of the highest decision-making gatherings of the Church of Nigeria. It brings together Archbishops, Bishops and their wives, Diocesan Legal Officers, Women Delegates, and representatives of the laity to deliberate on issues of doctrine, mission, national witness, and administrative matters affecting the Church.
Over the years, the Standing Committee has played a pivotal role in shaping the direction of the Church through resolutions on evangelism, theological training, clergy welfare, and Christian engagement with society.
Highlights of the 2025 Meeting
Delegates attending the Ekiti edition can expect:
- Daily Worship and Fellowship: Spirit-filled services and prayers led by choirs and clergy.
- Plenary and Committee Sessions: Deliberations on mission strategy, youth ministry, doctrinal integrity, and national challenges.
- Workshops and Special Breakouts: Addressing legal, administrative, and ecclesiastical matters.
- Ekiti Cultural Hospitality: An opportunity to experience the warmth, cuisine, and traditions of Ado-Ekiti.
Key Leaders in Attendance
- The Most Revd. (Dr.) Henry Chukwudum Ndukuba – Primate of All Nigeria, a visionary shepherd committed to mission renewal and Anglican orthodoxy.
- The Rt. Revd. (Dr.) Andrew Olusola Ajayi – The 6th Bishop of Ekiti, translated from Ekiti Kwara Missionary Diocese in 2022, with a strong passion for evangelism and community development.
- Mrs. Abimbola Ajayi & Mrs. Angela Ndukuba – Christian mothers and mentors, devoted to strengthening family life, women’s ministry, and youth empowerment.
Logistics and Coordination
To ensure a seamless experience, the Diocese has designated the following contact persons:
- Registration: Ven. Dr. Agunbiade – +234-8034978630
- Accommodation: Ven. Dr. O.A. Otenaike – +234-8037230059
- Transport: Ven. E.T. Babalola – +234-8038190697
- Protocol & Logistics: Prof. Olu Olatunji – +234-8139588093
- Helpline: Ven. Dr. L.K. Oladipupo – +234-8035036751
Delegates are advised to make their travel arrangements promptly, as Ado-Ekiti is expected to welcome a large number of participants during the week.
Statement from the Host Diocese
Speaking ahead of the event, The Rt. Revd. (Dr.) Andrew Olusola Ajayi expressed gratitude for the privilege of hosting the Church of Nigeria family in Ekiti. He emphasized that the meeting is “not only a time for governance but also a sacred opportunity for revival, unity, and renewed commitment to God’s mission.”
