P.I.Ekhator Foundation

PETER I.

EKHATOR

Foundation

Vision

To honour the enduring legacy of a father whose life was marked by sacrifice, wisdom, and faith, by raising and supporting a new generation of purpose-driven pastors and scholars.

Mission

To offer financial support to pastors-in-training — who are struggling with tuition at the Baptist College of Theological Seminary, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.

Foundation Scripture

“A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children…” — Proverbs 13:22a

Founder’s Note

My name is Professor Osagie Ekhator, the second son of the late Deacon P.I. Ekhator—a man whose unwavering love for God, education, and mission shaped not only my life, but also the lives of many others. My father laid the foundation for the person I am today. He was a staunch believer in the power of education and the importance of purposeful living.

Throughout his life, he gave sacrificially to ensure his children had the best opportunities. He supported my academic journey every step of the way, even going as far as paying my first PhD fees. It was my deepest desire that he would live to witness the day I would be announced as a professor. But God, in His infinite wisdom, chose otherwise. Just two days after the Thanksgiving service held in honour of his passing, I was elevated to the rank of Professor.

In honour of his life, his values, and his sacrifices, I have established The P.I. Ekhator Foundation. This foundation is birthed to uphold and promote the two things he was most passionate about — purpose and education. It is my heartfelt desire that through this foundation, others will find the kind of support, encouragement, and hope that my father so freely gave.

May this vision bring succour to every beneficiary and ignite a lasting impact across generations.

With deep gratitude,
Prof. Osagie Ekhator
Department of Plant Science and Biotechnology
Faculty of Life Sciences,
Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma.

Scholarship Awards

The Deacon Peter Igbinosa Scholarship Award is aimed at supporting final-year pastors-in-training at the College of Theological Seminary, Benin City, who are genuinely committed to the call of God but are struggling with the burden of completing their school fees.

This scholarship seeks to provide partial or full financial relief to such candidates to help them complete their theological training and enter into ministry effectively.

THE LIFE OF PETER IGBINOSA EKHATOR

I am Peter Igbinosa Ekhator, fondly regarded as the ‘youngest old man,’ living my life with a deep commitment to sharing the gospel.

Birth and Family Background

A native of Idunmwun-Owina-Ne-Urhonisen (Traditional carvers for the Oba), in Uhunmwonde Local Government Area of Edo State, I was born on February 9, 1942, at Ikhueniro in Uhunmwonde Local Government Area while my father was undergoing medical treatment for a protracted illness....

Education and Early Life

I started my primary education at the then Benin Baptist Primary School (now Emokpae Primary School) in Benin City in 1952. That same year, I moved to Umuahia in the Eastern Region of Nigeria to serve as a house help to my maternal cousin, Mr. Edomwandekhoe Asoro, a policeman. However, due to his failure to enroll me..

Nursing Career

I trained at the renowned Baptist School of Nursing, Eku, via Sapele, from 1962 to 1965. In my final year, I served as class president. Upon qualifying as a Registered Nurse (RN), I was posted to Baptist Hospital, Kontagora, in Northern Nigeria (now in Niger State) as a staff nurse in February 1966....