IBD Foundation hosts Christian Thanksgiving Concert

The IBD Foundation hosted its annual edition of the Christian Thanksgiving Concert, a celebration of gratitude, praise, and worship, designed to culminate the year’s journey in a magnificent and uplifting manner. The event has fostering a deep sense of unity and spiritual reflection among attendees.

The 2024 edition of the IBD Foundation Christian Thanksgiving Concert, themed “United in Thanksgiving,” took place on the 12th of December at the historic All Saints Anglican Church in Ilaro, Ogun State. This year’s concert attracted a diverse array of Christians from various denominations and communities throughout the state, uniting them in a powerful shared expression of gratitude for God’s countless blessings and mercies received over the past year.

Attendees were treated to a carefully curated lineup of talented gospel artists, choirs, and musicians, each taking the stage to uplift spirits through soul-stirring songs, animated dance, and instrumental worship.

Gospel musicians such as; Apostle Debo Ojubuyi; Oluwatoyin Ojagbemi; Elijah Daniel; Bois Olorun; Vickeyz and Amos Adeboye performed at the concert.

In addition to the musical festivities, the foundation provided nourishment and distributed essential food items to attendees. The items included staple provisions such as rice, beans, garri, semovita, and sealed ground pepper, all aimed at supporting those in need within the community.

Founder, IBD Foundation, Mrs. Omolara Egungbohun, emphasised the importance of promoting unity among believers, expressing gratitude for the year’s experiences.

“We started the year in good health, faith, and hope, so giving gratitude to our creator is a must. This is why we initiated the end-of-year Thanksgiving, to show gratitude and also to reach out to the less privileged within our host community. It’s an infusion of music, dance, comedy, and worship. We invite all church denominations because we all serve one God, seeking to foster a united religious body devoid of competition,” she said.

She urged christians to cultivate a spirit of oneness, emphasising the need to support one another and collaborate in spreading God’s love and compassion both locally and globally.

Reflecting on the gathering’s essence, she remarked, “Today, we come together as one body in Christ, unified in faith and purpose. As outlined in Ephesians 4:3, we are reminded to ‘make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.'” This reflection found resonance among attendees, prompting collective moments of meditation and prayer.

“Despite the trials we have faced, we recognise that God’s faithfulness has been our steadfast anchor. This event serves as a precious occasion to celebrate our blessings, articulate our gratitude, and renew our commitment to live as radiant examples of Christ’s love.”

Mrs. Egungbohun appreciated every one who played a pivotal role to the success of the concert, including her husband, Alhaji Ibrahim Dende Egungbohun.