Pastor Dr. Mrs. Margaret O. Agbonifo
Pastor (Dr.) Mrs. Margaret Oghosa Agbonifo is the Vision Bearer of Family Intercessory Ministries International Incorporated (F.I.M), with branches both within Nigeria and across the globe. Pastor (Dr.) Mrs. M.O. Agbonifo is also the Coordinator-General of Family Prayer Fellowship (F.P.F), an interdenominational fellowship where families gather every Friday morning to intercede and seek solutions to their family challenges. She is also involved in television ministry, reaching millions of people with the gospel and bringing salvation to homes across the nation. As a woman of God who values the dignity of families, she has reconciled many families and rebuilt numerous broken homes to the glory of God through her television ministry Family Dignity. Due to her motherly love and care for people, regardless of their socio-economic status, she is popularly known as "Iye-emohia," meaning "Mother of All."
EARLY LIFE & EDUCATION
Pastor (Dr.) Mrs. Margaret O. Agbonifo was born into the family of Mr. and Mrs. Idehen Olaye of Ogbe N’Aghidi in Oredo Local Government Area, Edo State on November 12, 1965. She attended Arinze Primary School and Anglican Girls' Grammar School, both in Benin City. During her secondary school years, Pastor Margaret, as she was popularly called, aspired to become a broadcaster. However, this dream was cut short due to her early encounter with God, which led to her ordination as a Pastor in 1985 at Light of the World Evangelical Ministries by Bishop Mike Williams. She was also ordained as an Evangelist of the Most High in 1993 at Christ Reconciliation Gospel Church, Benin City.
Determined to further her education and deepen her knowledge of the Word of God, Pastor (Mrs.) M.O. Agbonifo enrolled at Bethel University in Benin City. There, she obtained Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Religious Studies and Human Resource Development, respectively. She also earned a Ph.D. in Human Resource Management from Bethel University College of Biblical Studies. On August 4, 2017, she was conferred with an honorary Doctorate in Philosophy and Religious Studies by Bethel University College of Biblical Studies. In recognition of her exceptional contributions, Pastor (Mrs.) M.O. Agbonifo was awarded an honorary Professorship by All Nations Theological School on October 19, 2024.
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LEADERSHIP ACHIEVEMENTS
Pastor (Dr.) Mrs. M.O. Agbonifo is a teacher, writer, preacher, intercessor, counselor, philanthropist, and gospel singer with several albums to her credit. She served as the State Welfare Officer for the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) Edo State Chapter from 2008 to 2016, and as the 2nd Deputy Chairman of PFN, Edo State, from 2016 to 2020. Currently, she serves as the State Chairman of PFN, Edo State Chapter, making her the first woman to ever hold this prestigious position in Nigeria. She is currently in her second term of office. Additionally, she serves as the State Chairman of CPFN/PFN under the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Edo State Chapter. She is the President of Christian Female Heads of Mission and the Chief Executive Officer of Family Events Global Services in Benin City.
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She has served as a member of the Edo State Pilgrims Welfare Board from 2009 to 2017, a member of the Edo State Taskforce Against Human Trafficking, a member of the Advisory Board of the Conference of Non-Governmental Organizations (CONGOs), and as Matron of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC).
PHILANTHROPY AND SOCIAL INITIATIVES
Pastor (Dr.) Mrs. M.O. Agbonifo is the proprietress of Family Solution Educational Centre (FSEC), a tuition-free school that makes education accessible to every individual regardless of socio-economic background. She is the founder of Intercessory Bible College, which trains believers in the art of intercession. The college has produced hundreds of graduates who are now well-versed in intercessory prayer. As part of her philanthropic efforts, Pastor Mrs. M.O. Agbonifo established the Oghosa Foundation, a skills acquisition and empowerment center aimed at making youths self-reliant and empowering less privileged women in society. She also set up a rehabilitation center for victims of human trafficking, drug addicts, and youths who have renounced cultism.
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As a dedicated intercessor, Pastor (Mrs.) Agbonifo mobilizes mothers every 1st of October for a prayer walk in Benin City, proclaiming peace and liberty for Nigeria. Similarly, every 2nd of January, she gathers mothers for a special intercessory event called Mothers Decree a Thing, during which thousands of women are empowered financially and materially through her foundation. These gifts include sewing machines, hair dryers, grinding machines, and hair-cutting tools. This program has been running consistently for over twenty years and is also replicated in Edo North, Edo Central, and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.
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AUTHORSHIP & PUBLICATIONS
Pastor (Dr.) Mrs. Agbonifo is the author of several books, including: The Power That Breaks the Yoke, Living Miracles, Family Intercessor, Wake Up, I Believe in Prayer, Prayer for First Born, Daily Devotional Made Easy, and Amazing Grace among others.
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AWARDS
1. Award of Honour of loyalty and faithfulness by Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria
2. The Catalyst Outstanding Edo Woman Award.
3. Precious Music Achievers Award (AGMA)
4. Honourary Award by the Great Women Movement in Edo State
5. Christian Leadership in Nigeria Award by the Development Merit Award
6. Ambassador for Peace Award by Global Peace Festival Foundation
7. Award of Honour by the Children, F.I.M Erhunmwunse Branch
8. Co-Builder with Christ Award by Visionary Church of God Int’l. a.k.a Rhema Family
9. Achiever Platinum Award 2006 by Voice of African International Magazine
10. Certificate of Recognition by Bethel University, College of Biblical Studies Benin City
11. 2007 Benin Achievers Award by His Royal Majesty, the Oba of Benin
12. Time News 2007 Leadership and Entrepreneurial Excellent Award.
13. Franolly Incorporated Patriotic Achievers Award 2007
14. Award of Honour by the Great Christian Festival, 2008
15. The only female recipient of the NTA peace Ambassador Award 2009
16. Our God’s Humanitarian Conference of Ministers Award of Excellence 2010
17. NAWOJ 2011 Amazon Award by the Nigeria Association of Women Journalist Edo State Chapter
18. Achievement Award by Anglican Girls Grammar School, 2011
19. Award Winning Certificate by Merit Media Award 2012, 16th Edition
20. Award of Excellence by PFN Edo State Chapter 2012
21. Mission for Christ Chaplaincy (MAC-CORPS Nigeria) Executive Chaplain Award, 2012.
22. African Mother of the Year 2014 Award by Imperium of Global Multination International
23. Woman of the Year Award by Reach out Foundation 2014
24. Character Award for Excellence by Character Media Incorporated, 2014
25. 8th NTA Benin Uyiedo Cultural Carnival Selfless Service Award, 2014
26. PFN Award of Honour, 2014
27. The 2015 Academic Entrepreneurship Award by the African Chamber of Commerce USA, Inc.
28. 2016 Award of Excellent Commitment by PFN Edo State
29. Magnanimous Award of Christian Faith by National Association of University Students 2018
30. Award of Honour by Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Edo Broadcasting Service Chapel 2018
31. Award of Industry by Great Christian Festival 2018
32. Award of Excellence by Omega Teens Institute 2019
33. Leadership Award of Excellence by Benson Idahosa University (Department of Business Administration)
Faculty of Social and Management Sciences 2019.
34. Fellow, Chartered Institute of Public Diplomacy and Management (CIPDM) 2019
35. Personality of the year award by RANSCO Networtk 2019.
36. Award of Excellent Performance by AFED 2022
37. Award of Honour by Bethesda Women Fellowship Int’l. 2022.
38. Award of Honour by God’s Forgiveness Deliverance Ministry 2023
39. Award of Excellence by The Reliance Newspaper, 2023.
40. Service to Humanity Award by Joyous Mothers Int’l. 2023
41. Award of Excellent by Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria Edo South Senatorial District 2024
42. Humanitarian Service Award by Rotary Club of Benin Metropolitan 2024
43. Award of Honour by Champions of Grace Assembly Inc. 2025
44. Award of Honour by Bethel International Glorious Assembly 2025
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