Stephen Adegbite

Adegbite was born on 17 August 1968 in Oyo State, Nigeria. He attended Fiditi Grammar School, Fiditi, from 1979 to 1985. He then studied at Immanuel College of Theology, Ibadan (1988–1991), earning Diplomas in Theology and Religious Studies. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Religious Studies from the University of Ibadan (1992–1995), followed by a Master of Arts in Ethics (1998) and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the same university in January 2022. He also attended management and administration courses, including the CORAT programme in Kenya (2008) and multiple Management Courses for Presbyters at ASCON, Badagry. == Ministry and career ==

Adegbite is an ordained minister in the Methodist Church Nigeria. He has served in various capacities, including as Presbyter at Wesley Cathedral, Olowogbowo, Lagos (during which a new church building was constructed), Proto-Presbyter at Methodist Church of the Trinity, Tinubu, Lagos (2012–2015), and Synod Secretary for both Trinity Church Council and Lagos Diocese. He was formerly Chairman of the Christian Council of Nigeria (CCN), Lagos State, and later Chairman of CCN Southwest. He has led Christian pilgrimages to Jerusalem and other holy sites for over 23 years. He also serves as Chaplain of the Aso Rock Villa Chapel in Abuja. == Leadership in Christian organisations ==

Adegbite has held ecumenical positions. He served as Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Lagos State chapter (re-elected for a second term). He has been recognised for promoting interfaith harmony and Christian unity. He is known as a preacher, scholar, and advocate for good governance, peace, and religious harmony in Nigeria. == Personal life ==

Adegbite was married to Mrs Funmilayo Adetifewa Adegbite, and they had children together. == Awards and recognition ==

Adegbite has received academic and professional honours throughout his career. He was awarded: • Best Student in English Language at Immanuel College of Theology, Ibadan (1991) • Africa Christian Lifetime Achievement Award (presented by CLIMA Awards and Magazine) • Award of Excellence, presented by the Coalition of Nigerian Christian Bishops and Clerics (28 August 2025) • Life Patron Award by the National APC Christian Leaders Forum of Nigeria (November 2025) • Meritorious Service Award by the Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) (June 13, 2024) == See also ==