A physically challenged pastor identified as Pastor Oni, had a life-changing encounter with the Honourable Minister of Communications, Barrister Adebayo Shittu.
Oni was at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan venue of the 2018 Ministry of Communications’ Ministerial Retreat for the sole purpose of marketing his books.
On his arrival, the minister was attracted to one of the titles of the books displayed for sale by the physically challenged man, he then decided to move closer and make further enquiries about him.
Pastor Oni then narrated how he was involved in a ghastly automobile accident some years back which has since confined him to a wheelchair.
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Barrister Shittu became interested in Oni’s situation when he narrated how he has been able to write eight Christian books after he was involved in the accident that affected his spinal cord.
Pastor Oni further explained that he was working with an organization but his appointment had was terminated on health grounds after the accident. He then added that he is currently in 200 level, studying Social Work at the University of Ibadan.
Minister of communications Adebayo Shittu and Pastor Oni (Image courtesy Minister's office)
Visibly impressed with Oni's achievements, the minster invited him into the hall where he gave him the opportunity to repeat his story to other participants and also allowed him to advertise his books to them.
Moved by the man's story, one of the participants donated a sum of N100,000 to him on the spot while two other participants volunteered to sponsor the remaining part of his academic programme.
The highlight of the event was when an agency head who was present at the event promised to immediately facilitate Oni's employment in the agency.
Speaking at the retreat, the Minister of Communications said, “I am delighted that Pastor Oni did not allow the unfortunate incident to suppress his God-given talent and I consider it a privilege that I can assist him in my own little way. Just as the title of his book: “Your destiny is in your own hands” suggests, he has taken his destiny into his own hands.”
Pastor Oni while expressing his appreciation to Barrister Adebayo Shittu, said “Today is one of the happiest days of my life. I am overwhelmed. Only God can reward this man. He is simply ‘God-sent' to me.”
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Source: Naija.ng