Nigerian musician Divine Ikubor popularly known as Rema has pledged to give N105 million to Chris Oyakhilome’s church, Christ Embassy, in Benin.
Rema, who is in Benin for his homecoming concert, visited the church on Sunday, as shown in a video that is going viral on social media.
The musician thanked God for “embracing me and praying for me” at the church.
Rema also remembered how, following his father’s passing, the pastors provided financial help for his family.
He promised to provide N20 million to a congregation widow and N85 million to the church.
“I feel like it is important to give back because the church has embraced me, prayed for me and has kept me very consistent with my spirit,” he said.
“Firstly I want to give a pledge of N40 million to the construction of the church and I want to pledge N20 million to Rhapsody of Realities.
“For the fact that I came from the teen’s church, I also want to pledge N25 million for their infrastructure.
“When I was 8 years old and I lost my dad, we felt very lost and abandoned and all that we had was taken from us.
“I remembered that the pastors of this church opened a shop for my mum and that was what she used in taking care of us and feeding us. To add to that, I’m pledging N20 million to any widow in church today.”
In a different story, Rema made a powerful return to his roots with a special homage that shook the very foundation of Benin’s cultural pride.
The superstar’s visit to the palace of His Royal Majesty, Uku Akpolokpolo Oba Ewuare II, sent waves of admiration reverberating through the city.
Arriving in his beloved hometown of Benin, Edo State, just days before his much-awaited homecoming concert, Rema was on a mission to reconnect with his heritage and honor those who have paved the way before him.
The announcement of the event, which is scheduled for August 30 at the renowned Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, in July sparked enthusiasm across the country. Rema’s journey celebrated the country that shaped him more than simply his music, in an act of profound appreciation and cultural homage.
