Archbishop Benson Idahosa of blessed memory had four children, three girls and a boy (Faith Emmanuel Benson Idahosa II) with his wife Mrs Margaret Idahosa.
The now 50 year old Bishop Faith Emmanuel Benson Idahosa II, popularly known as Bishop FEB is a prominent man of God, exceptional professional and reputable entrepreneur who leads an exemplary life worth emulating.
Bishop FEB Idahosa obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration from Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA in 1994.
In 1995, he obtained a Masters Degree in Public Health from the George Washington University Graduate School, Washington D. C.
He is currently a Doctoral candidate for Educational Leadership at Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA.
Bishop FEB Idahosa has been in the education field for the past 13 (thirteen) years, and has been the President of Benson Idahosa University since March 15th 1998.
He demonstrates excellent leadership qualities in a multi-generational environment, and helps nurture the students of the university into developing their leadership potential.
Along with his duties as President of BIU he is also the President of Big Ben’s Children Hospital, Vice President of Faith Mediplex group of hospitals, Vice President of All Nations for Christ Bible Institute Intl., Vice President of the Archbishop Idahosa Foundation and Idahosa World Outreach.
He is a member of the Church of God Mission International (CGMi) Council of Bishops, its Board of Administration, Board of Education, the International Communion of Charismatic Churches, Victory Christian Fellowship Newcastle DE, and the Edo National Association, USA.
In all of these responsibilities Bishop FEB functions in excellence and Godly professionalism.
Bishop FEB serves as the Bishop of the headquarter branch of Church of God Mission International, overseeing the spiritual affairs of the church and the branches under it.
He also supervises the campus fellowship arm of the church (Christian Fellowship International) and the churches newest innovation, the Next Generation Leadership (NGL) Churches.
With about 9 (nine) of these churches started across Nigeria, Church of God Mission is reaching the vital 18 – 35 year old demographic of youth that is poised to change Nigeria.
As an entrepreneur and respectable businessman, Bishop FEB amongst other exploits is the CEO of BIU Integrated Services Ltd., Chosen Properties, Pear Systems Development Company, DFI Nigeria, DFI U.S.A., and BIU Property Development Company.
These reputable establishments are thriving in their various areas of expertise and are providing exquisite services to their clients within and outside the country.
In shouldering major decision making Bishop FEB has always been able to combine intelligence and the wisdom of God with a listening ear for beneficiaries, staff and management of the various establishments under his leadership; this has brought about the exceptional progress and development these establishments have experienced over the years.
Bishop FEB Idahosa is a born trans-generational leader who showcases godliness and excellence wherever he goes and in whatever he does amongst his peers.
He has continuously been honored with various awards by both religious and non religious bodies on his entrepreneurial, goodwill, developmental and leadership endeavors ranging from the Oral Roberts University Academic Peer Advisor program award of as far back as 1994 to the most recent Grand Fellowship Award by the Institute of Strategic Management Nigeria.
Bishop FEB Idahosa has a passion to see a changed Nigeria and through Benson Idahosa University is raising a generation of young people who will.
He has keen interests in the advancement of technology, the growth of our country and betterment of her Leadership.
He has recently unveiled his brain-child, The Leadership 300.
This is a search for young potential future leaders into Undergraduate Programmes in BIU, who will tread what he calls ‘The Leadership Path’ designed to nurture them into leadership and success in their various fields.
As an author of five books, loving husband of Rev. Laurie Whetstone-Idahosa, father of Three(Feb Jnr, Nathan and Judah) and an elite minister of God, Bishop Faith Emmanuel Benson Idahosa II remains an epitome of vast knowledge, a man of humility, integrity and a multi-faceted leader.
Who Exactly is The Wife?
Rev. Mrs. Laurie Whetstone- Idahosa was born in Wilmington, Delaware, USA in a Pastors home.
She married Bishop F.E. Benson Idahosa in 2002.
They have been blessed with four sons, Benson (2007, deceased) Feb Jr. (2008), Nathaniel (2011) and Judah (2013.)
She has traveled to over 40 countries with renowned ministries, spreading the gospel.
She graduated from the School of Biblical Studies and the School of Ministerial Training in New Castle, DE and received her Bachelors in Christian Ministry from Chesapeake Bible College and Seminary in Maryland, USA.
She also trained as a missionary, an Emergency Medical Technician, First Aid and CPR instructor and a Disaster Relief Responder.
She is a gifted event manager, real estate investor and has owned several successful businesses.
She is trilingual in Spanish, Pidgin and English.
Since 2003, Rev. Laurie is currently the Director of Campus Life Division and member of Executive Management in Benson Idahosa University.
Along with her husband, she founded “Big Ben Children’s Hospital” Benin City in 2008 and in 2013, she pioneered a thriving nursery and elementary school, Nathan American Academy (Benin City).
She is an executive member of Christian Women Fellowship Int’l. (CWFI) is also an active board member of the Faith Mediplex Hospital (Benin City) and serves as the Senior Pastor of Church of God Mission, Church Unusual (Benin City).
She is also a fellow of the Institute of Corporate Administration.
Most recently, she has spearheaded the campaign to raise relief materials and funds for the support of Internally Displaced Children.
She also works with other organizations to bring relief to other refugee camps throughout the country.
She is the author of a life-transforming blog found at www.laurieidahosa.com
and has contributed articles to numerous publications.
She has authored a book titled “Every Woman’s Journey,” published in 2014.
