Baziel Y. Yoila
Southern Nigeria
Nominated by:
North-East Nigeria
I, Rev. Bazel Yoila Yayuba, am from the hamlet of Sayonti in Mayolope, Taraba State, Nigeria. Over the years, Taraba State University awarded me a Bachelor of Education in Christian Religious Studies and a Diploma in Theology (DTH), Christian Religious/Christian Ministry (DCRE/DCM) from Banyam Theological Seminary (BTS).
Along with my theological education, I have the following ministry experiences:
- From 2023 to 2024, I was a member of the Global Methodist Church's Transitional Leadership Council.
- The GMC's Transitional Leadership Council has also named me president Pro-Tem to supervise the Southern Nigeria Annual Conference in 2024.
- As the Conference Superintendent for the GMC Southern Nigeria Annual Conference, I am able to collaborate closely with the Presiding Bishop to oversee all 19 of the Conference's districts starting in 2025.
- As the Registrar of the Board of Ordained Ministry (BOM) for the Conference from 2012 to 2016, I also gained experience in preparing clergy for ordination and maintaining records of all clergy.
- In the following districts, I have also held the position as District Superintendent:
- Kona District
- Among others, Sunkani/Taraba West
- From 2013 to 2015, I was the Director of Connectional Ministry (CCO) for the Southern Nigeria Annual Conference. In this role, I oversaw the conference's work plan, monitored and assessed all programs, and reported to the Bishop and Conference.
- I have also had several positions as a pastor in charge.
- I have the gift of patience and humility when it comes to leadership, which has made it simpler for me to get to know my church and leaders.
People characterize me as resilient, patient, and committed to helping others.