JETS stands on Honorary Doctorate Award to Apostle Osayi despite criticism

The ECWA Theological Seminary, Jos (JETS) has maintained its stand on the honorary doctorate award to Apostle Osayi despite series of YouTube videos wherein the institution was subjected to several cyber-attacks and a series of defamatory statements by a sponsored YouTube channel, “The True Christian Faith”.

In a statement by the Provost of the Institution, Rev. Prof. Sunday Agang on behalf of the management, said their attention was drawn to the YouTube video, describing it as cyber attack on the Institution.

According to the statement, the attacks which are purported to be in reaction to JETS’ decision to give an Honorary Doctorate award to Apostle Arome Osayi, they considered such publications to be unjust, unfair, and unchristian.

“As an institution, JETS refuses to acknowledge the self-appointed authority of the critic and will not engage in a war of words. Instead, we choose to focus on our core values, mission, vision, and mandate, which are centered on constructive building and public theology.

“We note that the critic has a history of cyber bullying and attacking the theological contents of others, including renowned church leaders. JETS considers the critic’s approach to be reactive, unchristian, and unlawful.

JETS maintained in the statement that the award was done in accordance with their established traditions and due processes, adding that Apostle Osayi’s contributions to social actions, advocacy, and church work made him a deserving recipient of the award.

“We will not be intimidated by the critic’s attacks but will stand by our evangelical theology and our commitment to serving God in a lawful and loving manner. We will not apologize for our actions, which are guided by our core values and mission.

“We encourage anyone with questions to contact us directly: 09065251404”. The statement added.