Pastor Paul Adefarasin Reacts As Forbes Honours Him With ‘Best Of Africa Leadership Award’

By Daniel Dafe

Pastor Paul Adefarasin, Founder of the House of The Rock Church, has expressed profound gratitude to Forbes for honouring with a leadership award in recognition of the role he has played in providing leadership in moving the continent forward.

Taking to his X handle on Wednesday, the respected cleric, wrote: “I am thrilled to share that I have been honored with the Forbes Best of Africa award for 2023!”

According to him, “this recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, and I am truly grateful to Forbes for this prestigious acknowledgment.”

He continued: “I would also like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to @stephbusari, a daughter of the house, for graciously accepting the award on my behalf at the event in New York City. This award holds a special place in my heart as, in my acceptance speech (read the full transcript on my Facebook page – Paul Adefarasin).”

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Speaking on leadership, he wrote: “Leadership, as we know, is not a solitary endeavor. It is a collaborative journey where each step is guided by the values, principles, and the vision from The LORD that has brought us this far. I am humbled by the opportunity to lead and contribute to the well-being of our communities, and I am grateful for the platform that this award has provided to further amplify our mission.”

“This recognition is not just a personal achievement but a testament to the collective efforts of an incredible team at the Rock Foundation and the @houseontherockchurch, including my wife, @ifeanyiadefarasin , and my family. Their unwavering support, commitment, and belief in our shared vision have been instrumental in achieving this milestone. Together, we have strived to make a positive impact in the lives of others, guided by the values and principles that have brought us this far.

“I am deeply grateful and look forward to continuing this journey of leadership and service with renewed passion and determination. So help me God,” he concluded.