Honoring Spiritual Leaders at Precious Cornerstone University’s Convocation
Precious Cornerstone University (PCU), a faith-based tertiary institution under The Sword of the Spirit Ministries, is set to celebrate its 4th Convocation and 7th Founder’s Day Ceremony on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. This significant event will honor five distinguished Nigerian clergymen with Honorary Doctorate Degrees in recognition of their exceptional contributions to spiritual leadership, humanitarian service, and national and global development.
The recipients include Pastor Nathaniel Bassey, Pastor Poju Oyemade, Pastor Jerry Eze, Apostle Joshua Selman, and Pastor Sola Osunmakinde. These individuals have been chosen for their transformative impact in ministry, nation-building, philanthropy, and the promotion of higher education in Nigeria and beyond.
Bishop Francis Wale Oke, Chancellor of PCU and National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), emphasized that the selection process was rigorous and based on the honourees’ outstanding achievements. “These men of God have demonstrated transformative leadership through their teachings, conferences, and global outreach. The University’s Senate and Governing Council found them worthy of public recognition and the prestigious Doctor Honoris Causa awards,” he stated.
The ceremony will bestow various honorary degrees, including Doctor of Humane Letters (Honoris Causa), Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa), Doctor of Divinity (Honoris Causa), Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa), and Doctor of Liberal Studies (Honoris Causa).
Week-Long Convocation Activities
The week-long convocation activities, themed “The Trailblazer Set,” will also include the conferment of first degrees and prizes on 143 graduating students. This brings the University’s total number of graduates to 456 since its inception.
About the Honourees
Pastor Nathaniel Bassey, a gospel music minister and trumpeter, is renowned for the globally acclaimed Hallelujah Challenge, a viral online worship movement. He pastors The Oasis, the youth church of RCCG King’s Court, Lagos.
Pastor Poju Oyemade, founder of The Covenant Nation (TCN) and convener of the annual West Africa Faith Believers’ Convention (WOFBEC), is known for his profound teachings on faith, leadership, and societal transformation.
Pastor Jerry Uchechukwu Ezeis the founder of Streams of Joy International and convener of the New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declaration (NSPPD), an online prayer movement with millions of daily participants worldwide.
Apostle Joshua Selman, founder of Eternity Network International (Koinonia Global), is widely celebrated for his deep spiritual teachings on intimacy with God and Kingdom principles.
Pastor Sola Osunmakinde, founder of Household of David Church and convener of the Mercy Conference, is known for his practical, purpose-driven messages. He currently serves as Treasurer of the PFN Lagos Chapter.
About Precious Cornerstone University
Established by The Sword of the Spirit Ministries and approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria on December 6, 2017, PCU is committed to academic excellence, moral integrity, and entrepreneurship. The University’s vision is to raise transformational leaders, original thinkers, and job creators through research-driven learning and faith-based education.
PCU continues to distinguish itself through innovative academic programs, entrepreneurial development, and a strong commitment to biblical values and societal impact.
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