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In 2018, the national youth coordinator of
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Nigeria in 2007 to support small businesses, donation of grinding machines, motorcycles and generators for financial empowerment, provision of educational materials in certain schools, and sponsorship of about 200 Christian youths for training and skills acquisition at ISAC
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aimed at guiding the conduct of its members. This code encompasses principles such as the sanctity of marriage among believers, Christian modesty in attire, brotherly tolerance, and unity in essential aspects of faith. The PFN opens to
Pentecostal churches, organisations, and individuals who align
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sensitise youths to action and participation in the political value-chain. The organisation also stated that it would engage the
Federal Government and other religious and interest groups to find lasting solutions to Nigeria’s security, political and socio-economic challenges.
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Trustees, the National Advisory Council, and the National Executive Council. The National Executive Council consists of the President, national deputy President, national secretary, treasurer, and national auditor.
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PFN comprises church leaders and members from various regions and denominations across
Nigeria, which helps in promoting unity and the collective interests of the Pentecostal community. They have regular
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Pentecostal preachers and churches had emerged. It was during this period of expansion that the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria was established in 1985.
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The state chapters are led by a chairman and composed of appointed and elected officers, such as the state directors and province chairmen within the state. PFN also has a women and youth wing.
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Since its inception in 1985, the PFN has had several presidents serving different tenure within the organisation. Below is a list of all the presidents of the PFN:
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