John Obi Oluwabamiji Ogundipe and the Promotion of Pentecostal Christianity in Nigeria
A Historical-Theological Study
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John Obi Oluwabamiji Ogundipe's life marks a significant turning point in African Pentecostalism, particularly through his involvement in the 1930 revival at Oke-Ooye, Ilesa, Southwestern Nigeria. At age ten, Ogundipe was reportedly raised from the dead during the revival led by Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola. This event helped cement the global recognition of Nigerian Pentecostal Christianity. Despite his impact, Ogundipe’s legacy has received limited academic attention. This historical-theological study explores his life, focusing on the intersection of his miraculous healing and his contribution to the spread of Pentecostal Christianity in Nigeria and across Africa. Utilising interviews with selected respondents, church documents, and bibliographical sources, the study reveals Ogundipe’s pivotal role in validating and promoting Pentecostalism, shaping its trajectory within Nigeria and the broader African context.
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Dr Caleb Abiodun Adeleye, National Open University of Nigeria Osogbo Study Centre, Nigeria.
Department of Religious Studies,
Faculty of Arts,
National Open University of Nigeria Osogbo Study Centre, Nigeria.
Dr Oluwasegun Peter Aluko, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria.
Department of Religious Studies,
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria.
Dr Emmanuel Olurokan OLOWOYEYE , Gombe State University, Gombe, Gombe State, Nigeria.
Department of Religious Studies,
Gombe State University, Gombe, Gombe State, Nigeria.
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