About us

From divine encounter to global impact

Discover the heart and history behind BGMS.

Six members of the mission team in "Let the Children Come" T-shirts standing together in a village, one holding a small child
The founder in white traditional dress, head bowed at a wooden lectern
Our founder at the lectern

The founder's journey

The journey of Badeku Global Missionary Society began with a divine encounter that would change everything. In 1981, our founder experienced a dramatic transformation that marked the beginning of a lifelong commitment to spreading God's kingdom.

After years in the secular music industry, specifically juju music, the call to serve Christ became undeniable. In 1985, our founder made the bold decision to leave behind the world of entertainment and answer God's call to ministry.

The transition from secular music to full-time ministry officially began on September 1, 1985, marking the start of a new chapter dedicated entirely to kingdom advancement. This wasn't just a career change. It was a complete surrender to God's purpose.

The specific calling to rural missions crystallized on January 30, 1988, when God directed our founder to Badeku. This small community would become the launching pad for what would grow into a movement reaching over 100 villages and rural communities across Nigeria and beyond.

Today, BGMS stands as a testament to God's faithfulness, having reached countless souls in remote areas where the gospel light was desperately needed. Our journey from a single divine encounter to a global missionary movement continues to inspire and transform lives.

Our mission

To bring the gospel of Christ to rural and unreached communities in Nigeria and Africa, transforming lives through the power of God's love and establishing lasting kingdom foundations.

Our vision

To build a lasting synergy between missionaries and marketplace believers for Kingdom advancement, creating sustainable support systems that empower rural evangelism across Africa and beyond.

Timeline

Our journey through time

  1. Divine encounter

    A life-changing spiritual encounter marks the beginning of our founder's transformation from secular music to divine calling.

  2. Leaving juju music

    Complete departure from the juju music industry, marking a total surrender to God's will and purpose.

  3. Full-time ministry

    Official entry into full-time ministry, dedicating life entirely to advancing God's kingdom on earth.

  4. Rural mission call

    Specific calling to rural missions begins in Badeku, laying the foundation for extensive village outreach across Nigeria.

  5. Present

    Global impact

    Over 100 villages reached across Nigeria, West & Central Africa, with growing international partnerships and sustainable mission support systems.

Leadership

Our leadership team

Meet the dedicated servants leading BGMS in advancing God's Kingdom on Earth.

  • Portrait of Rev Idowu Animasawun

    Rev Idowu Animasawun

    President

  • Portrait of Pastor Adetolu Adetoye

    Pastor Adetolu Adetoye

    Secretary

  • Mrs Adura Euba

    Treasurer

  • Portrait of Evang. Mrs. Badmus

    Evang. Mrs. Badmus

    Asst. Secretary

  • Prof. Sam Oluwalana

    Leadership Team

  • Portrait of Dr. David Eni Olorunda

    Dr. David Eni Olorunda

    Leadership Team

  • Portrait of Rev Mrs. Fidelia Aire

    Rev Mrs. Fidelia Aire

    Leadership Team

  • Portrait of Mr. Jonathan Animasawun

    Mr. Jonathan Animasawun

    Leadership Team

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