Nigerian Afrobeats artist Divine Ikubor, widely known as Rema, has generously donated ₦105 million to the Christ Embassy church in Benin, Edo State.
This contribution, made on Sunday, September 1, 2024, during a service, is aimed at supporting various departments within the church.
Rema’s donation is a gesture of gratitude for the church’s support to his family during a challenging period following his father’s death, when they helped set up a shop for his mother.
In an Instagram video, Rema expressed his heartfelt thanks to the church for its unwavering support and significant impact on his life.
“I’m not here to give myself any accolades or glory. I’m here to give God the glory. It’s important to give back because the church has embraced me, prayed for me, and kept my spirit strong” he said.
Rema announced specific pledges, stating, “Firstly, I want to pledge N40 million towards the church’s infrastructure.
I also pledge N20 million to Rhapsody of Realities. Since I grew up in the teen’s church, I’m donating N25 million to enhance its infrastructure.
Additionally, I’m pledging N20 million to support widows in the church today.”
Rema also shared a personal story of how the church supported his family during a difficult time.
“When I was eight years old and lost my dad, we felt lost and abandoned. Everything we had was taken from us, and we felt very alone.
I remember Pastor Joy and Pastor Thomas, the pastors of this church, opened a shop for my mum, which helped her take care of us,” he recalled.
