The Founder and Senior Pastor of Epicentre World, Yola, Pastor Tosin Komolafe, has announced that all preparations have been concluded for the fifth edition of MAD Praise 2025, a major gospel music event scheduled to usher worshippers into the new year.
Pastor Komolafe made this known while addressing journalists during a press conference held on Tuesday at the church premises, where he outlined the level of readiness for the highly anticipated crossover praise programme.
In his welcome address, the cleric explained that MAD Praise is being hosted in Yola for the fifth consecutive time, noting that the vision behind the event is rooted in his belief that the gospel of Jesus Christ can be powerfully communicated through music.
He further assured the public that comprehensive security measures have been put in place, revealing that the church is working in collaboration with government authorities and relevant security agencies to ensure the safety of all participants throughout the programme. Pastor Komolafe called on attendees to cooperate with security personnel to guarantee a peaceful and hitch-free celebration.
The Epic Centre World founder expressed optimism that MAD Praise 2025 which will take place on the 31st December starting by 7 pm would be a glorious and impactful gathering, adding that it is his earnest hope and prayer that many lives would be touched and souls won for Christ through the event.
Several guest gospel artistes scheduled to minister at MAD Praise 2025—including Autan Zaki, Panam, Ndatam, Galaxy Band, Brave, Evangelist Felix, and Sarauniya Patience—also shared their music journeys with journalists. They described gospel music as a powerful and universal tool for communication, particularly in reaching the younger generation.
Speaking further, gospel artiste Autan Zaki called for unity within the Body of Christ, stressing that ministers must place total dependence on God. He noted that God never gives an assignment without providing the necessary resources, adding that every divine vision comes with provision.
Other gospel artistes present at the press conference included Jehu, Isaac, ConfU, Panam, Ndatam, Galaxy Band, Sarauniya Patience, and Brave, among others.
The press briefing concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session between journalists and the event organisers.