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Ace Cinematographer, Pastor Paul Erakhifu, has been honoured with the United Apostolic Church of Christ (UACC) Diamond Jubilee and Church Image Ambassadorial Award.
Erakhifu, who serves as the Media Director of UACC, received the award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the art and science of cinematography during the 60th Annual Convention held in Akure, Ondo State.
Presenting the award, the President and General Overseer of UACC, Rev. Dr. James Bayo Owoyemi, commended Erakhifu for his unwavering dedication in projecting the church’s image over the past two decades.
He stated, “You have volunteered your time and resources in projecting and positioning the church, enabling it to be recognized worldwide.”
Paul Erakhifu is a public servant and a seasoned professional with extensive experience in cinematography, public relations, and media consulting.
He has participated in numerous local and international conferences and training programs across Nigeria, the USA, UK, Europe, Congo (Port-Noire), South Africa, and Japan.
He holds a M.Sc. in Mass Communication, PGD in Mass Communication, Masters in International Relations and Strategic Studies (MIRSS), and a B.A. (Hons) in English Literature from Lagos State University (LASU).
He also holds certifications from the University of Arts, London, London Film Academy, London Academy, UK, Photo-Kina in Germany and the Texas School of Photography, USA.
Erakhifu is a member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), the Professional Photographers of America (PPA), and the Texas School of Professional Photography (TSPP).
He is happily married with children.
In an appreciation statement, Paul Erakhifu said “I give glory to Almighty God for this award and for the grace He gave to me to positively project the image of the church in the past two decades.
I thank the UACC President, Rev. J. B. Owoyemi for the award. Also, I appreciate my darling wife, Deaconess Mrs. Blessing Erakhifu, my sister Elder Christiana Atima, Rev. Mrs. Victoria Olorunyomi, JP, and many others for their support and encouragement.
This award would encourage me to keep doing my best for the church and propagating the gospel and taking note that whatever we do in life we should put in our best, sooner or later we shall reap the reward”
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