Pius Anyim, the former senate president, has admonished Christians holding public office to lead with conviction.
Anyim spoke on Thursday at the unveiling of the official logo for the 2026 Lagos national convention of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International (FGBMFI), Nigeria, held in Abuja.
He said Christian engagement in governance should go beyond religious identity, noting that public officials must allow their beliefs to guide decision-making, especially in moments of pressure.
According to him, conviction-driven leadership is essential for strengthening ethical standards in both governance and public service.
Isaac Okpanachi, national president of FGBMFI Nigeria, announced that the 2026 national convention would hold at the National Theatre, Lagos — the venue where the fellowship first took root in Nigeria.
Okpanachi also unveiled the theme of the convention as ‘Pressing Towards the Mark’ (Philippians 3:14), describing it as a call to focus, resilience and unwavering commitment to God’s purpose.
He said the newly unveiled logo symbolises the fellowship’s vision of reaching professionals, public servants and individuals engaged in legitimate vocations, adding that the convention would serve as a platform for spiritual and professional renewal.
The FGBMFI national president said activities lined up for the convention include rallies, Bible teachings, prison outreaches, and engagement sessions for professionals, politicians, civil servants and artisans.
Sunny Beyioku, southwest 3 district coordinator and chairman of the planning committee, said preparations for the convention were progressing steadily, adding that all districts of the fellowship were actively involved in the planning process.
The event was attended by members of the fellowship’s national executive council, board of trustees and district coordinators from across the country.
Founded in 1951 in Los Angeles by Demos Shakarian, the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International is a global Christian movement, with Nigeria currently hosting the largest concentration of its chapters worldwide.
