Charles Michael Emerges Champion at the May 9 Mock Session
The Mock Session of May 9, 2026, was different in varying ways.
Long before the first participant mounted the stage, before the scores were announced, and before the winners smiled for photographs with their cheques, the hall already carried a quiet sense of expectation.
The Mock Session commenced with an electrifying ministration by the choir, whose heartfelt worship immediately set the tone for an unforgettable day of spiritual growth, scriptural depth, and ministerial excellence. Soon after, the President, Nsikan E. Johnny, stepped forward for the opening prayer. Calm but passionate, he
committed the session into God’s hands and invited the Holy Spirit to direct every ministration and decision.
Shortly after the prayer, he made the customary call for disciples and would-be disciples willing to participate in the day’s Mock Session. In response, thirteen eager participants indicated interest.
Ordinarily, the structure of the session allows only twelve participants, meaning someone would have to be screened out through a preliminary question. But after observing the eagerness in the room, the President made a surprising executive decision: all thirteen participants would be allowed to minister.
It was a decision that would prove worthwhile.
The scripture focus for the day was Acts 1 – a chapter filled with themes of waiting, obedience, power, and divine assignment. Serving as jury members for the session were Dominic, Edidiong, and Pastor Moses, who listened attentively as each participant stepped forward to minister.
One after another, the thirteen participants stepped forward to minister from different portions of the chapter. Each presentation reflected varying degrees of preparation, scriptural understanding, and delivery skill, but what stood out most was the visible hunger to grow in the ministry of the Word.
The session was both enlightening and inspiring – a reminder that discipleship is sharpened not merely through hearing but through practice, discipline, and the courage to stand before others and proclaim truth.
At the close of all ministrations, the moment of reckoning arrived.
Emerging as the overall champion of the day was Charles Michael, who delivered an outstanding presentation and secured the highest score of 6.5/10, distinguishing himself through clarity, confidence, and sound exposition.
Closely behind him were three remarkable contenders – Kingsley Iweke, Utibe Joseph, and Ntinwutobong Udofia – with impressive scores of 6/10 each, thus creating a tie for the remaining podium positions.
To resolve the determination of the second and third place winners, President Nsikan Johnny issued a tie-breaker question from Exodus 12:
After the death of the firstborn male, human and animal in Egypt, the Bible says that Pharaoh sent for Moses and begged them to go, but he also placed a request before Moses. What was the request?
With speed and accuracy, Kingsley Iweke submitted the first correct response, “Go, but bless me as you leave,” clinching second place, while Ntinwutobong Udofia followed closely with the second correct answer, earning third place.
For their exceptional performances, Charles Michael received a cheque of ₦250,000 as champion; Kingsley Iweke was awarded ₦100,000 as first runner-up; while Ntinwutobong Udofia went home with ₦50,000 as second runner-up. All the other participants went home with ₦110,000 consolation Prizes.
Beyond the prizes, however, the true victory of the day was deeper: another generation of disciples being trained, tested, and transformed for the work of ministry.
Indeed, the May 9 Mock Session was not merely a contest – it was a reminder that God is still raising voices, shaping vessels, and preparing a generation ready to proclaim His truth without apology.
And if this session was any indication, the future of Kingdom leadership is in very capable hands.nd a living testimony of Christ’s love in action.