Dr. Bamidele Ayanlowo A
Founder & President, Philippo Macedonian Foundation
General Overseer, Divine Life Ministries (Holy Ghost Assembly)
Medical Doctor | Humanitarian | Christian Leader | Author
Dr. Bamidele Ayanlowo A. is a distinguished medical doctor, humanitarian leader, Christian minister, author, and social reformer whose life has been devoted to restoring hope, dignity, and purpose to the less privileged. He is from Ipapo, Itesiwaju Local Government Area of Oyo State, Nigeria. He is the Founder and President of the Philippo Macedonian Foundation and the General Overseer of Divine Life Ministries (also known as Holy Ghost Assembly), with headquarters in Sagamu, Ogun State, Nigeria.
Early Calling and Spiritual Foundation
Dr. Ayanlowo received a divine call into ministry in 1980, when the Lord spoke to him clearly, saying, “Tell My people, I am coming very soon.”
This message became the foundation of his life’s mission and continues to shape his preaching, leadership, and humanitarian work. From that moment, he committed himself wholeheartedly to ministerial service, driven by a deep burden for the salvation, restoration, and empowerment of humanity—especially the poor, oppressed, and forgotten.
Academic and Medical Background
Dr. Ayanlowo attended King’s College, Lagos, where he developed strong values of discipline, leadership, and academic excellence. He had his O-Level and A-Level at King’s College, Lagos. He later proceeded to the College of Medicine (Idi-Araba), Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), where he trained as a medical doctor.
While practicing medicine, he encountered countless patients who were unable to afford treatment and were left to suffer due to poverty. These experiences profoundly affected him and strengthened his conviction that healing, both spiritual and physical, must be made available to all.
In obedience to God’s call, he later made the rare and sacrificial decision to step away from full-time medical practice to pursue ministry and humanitarian service, while still using his medical expertise in outreach programs.
Establishment of Divine Life Ministries
In obedience to divine direction, Dr. Ayanlowo founded Divine Life Ministries (Holy Ghost Assembly). Divine Life Ministries was officially started in January 1989 to fulfill a divine mandate to carry the gospel of Jesus Christ to the poor, oppressed, and less privileged, especially in towns and rural communities. Later on, the first church was established by the ministry, which started in September 1990 in Lagos State, Nigeria.
Also, through the prompting of the Holy Spirit from about mid-1992, Dr. Ayanlowo felt the urge to establish another church in Sagamu, Ogun State. This finally took off in July 1993, which is where the headquarters is now based. Through the ministry, Dr. Ayanlowo is committed to helping believers discover their God-given talents, raising an army of faithful servants, promoting unity in the body of Christ, and establishing churches where needed.
He has remained deeply passionate about reaching the unreached and equipping believers to walk in their divine purpose. His teachings consistently reflect urgency, holiness, and preparedness for Christ’s return. God has used him powerfully in planting churches, strengthening fellowships, and training ministers through international conferences and leadership programs.
He is determined to fulfill a clear spiritual and social mandate, which includes:
- Preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the poor, oppressed, and unreached
- Equipping believers to discover and use their God-given talents
- Raising and training ministers and Christian leaders
- Promoting unity in the Body of Christ
- Planting and strengthening churches
- Establishing strong foundations for new fellowships
Through crusades, conferences, and evangelistic outreaches, often tagged “Jesus Power Crusades”—the ministry has reached thousands across Nigeria and beyond.
Leadership Development
Dr. Ayanlowo is also passionate about leadership development and regularly organizes International Ministers’ Conferences, called ‘Strength Renewal Fellowship International” —“SRFI,” equipping church workers and pastors for effective service.
He has remained deeply passionate about reaching the unreached and equipping believers to walk in their divine purpose. His teachings consistently reflect urgency, holiness, and preparedness for Christ’s return. God has used him powerfully in planting churches, strengthening fellowships, and training ministers through international conferences and leadership programs.
Author, Teacher, and Mentor
Dr. Ayanlowo is the author of several Christian books and teaching materials, through which he continues to disciple believers and leaders worldwide. His teachings emphasize spiritual growth, holiness, the urgency of Christ’s return, and compassionate service. His books are also available on Konga in Nigeria.
He is deeply committed to raising men and women who will live purposefully, break free from ignorance and oppression, and fulfill God’s calling in their lives.
Educational Development and Youth Empowerment
An education advocate, Dr. Ayanlowo is the proprietor of Divine Life Nursery and Primary School and Divine Life College, which have produced several professionals, including medical doctors, alongside engineers, accountants, educators, and other professionals. He is also the promoter of the proposed Zoe University, Ipapo, Oyo State, a visionary project aimed at providing quality, faith-based higher education. He is designed to rehabilitate, educate, and empower youths, especially those affected by addiction, poverty, and social exclusion. The university project is ongoing and requires the support of partners and donors.
Humanitarian Leadership and the Philippo Macedonian Foundation
Beyond spiritual ministry, Dr. Ayanlowo is widely known for his exceptional compassion and humanitarian service. He has housed and sponsored many children from different parts of Nigeria, supporting their education from primary to tertiary levels. Some of these children were abandoned, traumatized, or mentally unstable, but through care, prayer, counseling, and support, many have been restored and transformed into responsible citizens.
He extends continuous financial and emotional support to widows, abused women and children, struggling families, and the less privileged. He assists with medical bills, school fees, feeding, housing, and rehabilitation. Through these efforts, he has restored hope to many homes and marriages and lifted countless families out of hardship.
Inspired by Acts 16:9—the Macedonian call, “Come over and help us”—Dr. Ayanlowo established the Philippo Macedonian Foundation as a structured platform for humanitarian services.
Under his leadership, the foundation has implemented wide-ranging interventions, including
- Free medical and surgical outreaches
- Mental health rehabilitation
- Distribution of free medications
- Educational scholarships
- Youth and women empowerment programs
- Support for widows, orphans, and abandoned persons
- Community infrastructure development
- Monthly stipends for vulnerable individuals
Each outreach program consistently reaches no fewer than 100 beneficiaries, impacting thousands of lives over the years.
In recognition of his outstanding service to humanity, Dr. Ayanlowo was honored as a Distinguished Alumnus by the College of Medicine, LUTH, for his remarkable humanitarian contributions.
Media and Digital Presence
Dr. Ayanlowo also maintains a strong media and digital presence. He runs a YouTube channel, Bamidele Ayanlowo Ministry International (BAMI), where he shares inspiring and life-transforming messages. He hosts a daily Holy Communion program titled “The Lord’s Table” at 9:30 pm Nigerian time, through which many viewers have testified to healing, deliverance, restoration, and spiritual renewal. He has also been on air on OGBS FM, Paramount FM, and presently on Eri Fm in Ogun State. Likewise, LTV in Lagos State.
In addition, he oversees television and radio broadcasts and publications known as “The Prophetic Voices,” further extending the reach of his ministry across Nigeria and beyond.
Personal Life and Family
Dr. Ayanlowo is married to Bishop (Mrs.) Adepeju Ayanlowo is a devoted partner in ministry and service. Their union is blessed with wonderful children who share in the family’s values of faith, integrity, and compassion.
Vision and Legacy
Dr. Bamidele Ayanlowo’s life reflects a rare blend of professional excellence, spiritual depth, and humanitarian passion. He believes that true transformation must address the spirit, soul, and body, combining faith, education, healthcare, and empowerment.
His enduring vision is to build a generation of healthy, educated, empowered, and God-fearing individuals who will transform their communities and nations.
Today, he continues to lead with humility, integrity, and unwavering commitment, working tirelessly to heal the sick, restore the broken, educate the poor, empower the weak, and bring hope to the forgotten. You are free to contact us.
His life’s mission remains clear:
To serve God faithfully and humanity selflessly—one Lord, one life, one family, and one community at a time.
