The Association of Church Reputation Managers (ACRM), a body of Christian professional communicators advancing professionalism in reputable management for Churches and Christian Ministries, has commended Pastor Yemi Davids-led Lagos State Chapter of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) for its one year of transformative leadership.
President of ACRM, Pastor Joseph Yemi Adeniran, said the first year in office of the PFN Executive Council, chaired by Pastor Davids, has been marked with significant impact in many areas, describing his tenure as nothing short of being transformational.
Speaking at a recent press conference organised by the PFN to commemorate the achievements of the current state officers of the Fellowship, Pastor Adeniran hailed Pastor Davies as a game-changer whose purposeful and visionary leadership has exceeded expectations within just twelve months of being in office.
He noted that the chapter’s achievements within the first year were not only monumental but unprecedented in PFN’s history, adding that the brand visibility and trust barometer of PFN Lagos chapter have appreciated significantly, giving the body a renewed sense of credibility and relevance in the public space.
“So much ground has been covered within such a short time to go unnoticed. What we are witnessing is a reawakening of the PFN as a force for spiritual renewal, social responsibility, and national transformation,” Adeniran said.
Central to the chapter’s success, Adeniran explained, is the leadership’s five-fold agenda—dialogue, reconciliation, collaboration, inclusiveness, and social responsibility. “These pillars have fostered greater unity among member churches, bridged previously existing divides, and made the Fellowship more responsive to the needs of society at large.”
He stated further that the Lagos PFN has redefined the role of the church in community engagement, with social impact programmes that extend hope to the distressed. According to him, a shining example was the Benue Outreach, where relief materials and emotional support were provided for victims of bandit attacks in Yelwata and surrounding communities.
Pastor Adeniran praised the broader perspective of the new leadership, particularly its empowerment of women and youth wings. He noted, “The rejuvenated Women’s Wing has been instrumental in addressing the spiritual, emotional, and material well-being of women, while the revitalised Youth Wing has created innovative platforms to address the peculiar challenges of young people, effectively bridging generational gaps within the body of Christ.”
These initiatives, he said, have made PFN Lagos relevant to a wider cross-section of Christians and have positioned the Fellowship as a vital player in shaping conversations around morality, leadership, and national values.
Another hallmark of Pastor Davids’ leadership, according to Adeniran, was his commitment to leadership training and capacity-building programmes. “These initiatives are not only equipping church leaders with the skills to serve more effectively but are also creating ripple effects that will cascade into the broader Nigerian society.
“This is no longer just about the PFN; it is about Nigeria’s future. When spiritual leaders are well equipped, society benefits through integrity, accountability, and visionary leadership. This first-year scorecard is a strong pointer that PFN Lagos is bracing up to play a pivotal role in shaping the Nigeria of our dreams,” Adeniran added.
In his own remarks, Pastor Yemi Davids expressed gratitude to God, the leadership team, and all stakeholders for their support, emphasising that the accomplishments of the past year were just the beginning of greater things to come.
“We are humbled by what God has enabled us to achieve within this first year. The progress is not mine alone—it is the fruit of collective prayers, teamwork, and the grace of God. Our vision is clear: to see the body of Christ united, strong, and serving as a blessing to society.
“If one year can produce this much, then by His grace, the years ahead will deliver even greater impact for Lagos, for Nigeria, and for the Kingdom of God,” Pastor Davids said.