Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice President, has praised Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).
On Wednesday, the revered cleric turned 80 years old.
Atiku hailed Adeboye as a renowned and uncommon breed of Christian preacher in a statement.
The Wazirin Adamawa referred to the celebrant as a rare shepherd and a father figure who educates his people to live consciously by his actions.
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“Pastor Adeboye is a magnificent man worthy of emulation,” he added. “He is an astute teacher, an amazing coach, and an exceptional role model who has inspired millions throughout the world and continues to be a blazing light of the Christian faith.”