Bear Valley Bible Institute Nigeria – Okpanam Centre
First Quarter Report – 2025
Submitted by:
Joseph Okonta
Director Okpanam Study Centre Delta State Nigeria
Overview of the Centre
The Bear Valley Bible Institute Nigeria, Okpanam Campus, located in Delta State, officially commenced its academic activities on January 4, 2025. This marks the beginning of a new and promising chapter for biblical education in the region.
The campus currently runs a Diploma program, and the first quarter of the academic year has seen commendable progress in both academics and evangelism.
Courses Covered (First Quarter)
The following courses were taught and completed (unless otherwise noted) in the first quarter:
Writing, Language, and Research – Completed
Old Testament History – Completed
New Testament Church – Completed
How We Got the Bible – Completed
Historical Christian Evidences – Ongoing
Classes are facilitated by a team of four dedicated lecturers, committed to upholding the academic and spiritual standards of the Bear Valley Institute.
Student Report
We began the year with a total of 22 diploma students. As a new center, the enthusiasm and commitment shown by the students have been encouraging. Attendance and participation have remained consistent and positive throughout the term.
The students have engaged actively in discussions, shown growing understanding of biblical concepts, and are gradually adapting to the academic demands of the program.
Evangelism Update
A door-to-door evangelism campaign was conducted during the quarter on the 29 of March 2025. This was the first of its kind at the Okpanam Centre, and the response from the community was massive and promising. Through this outreach, we are currently following up on five prospects, with the hope of future conversions and deeper engagement.
Major Event: Campus Inauguration
The Okpanam Centre was formally inaugurated on December 29, 2024, ahead of its first lectures in January.
Key speakers at the inauguration included:
J.O. Okonta – Director Okpanam Study Centre Delta State Nigeria
Tim Iwe – Director from Lagos
These leaders addressed the new students, introducing them to the mission, vision, and goals of the Bear Valley Bible Institute. Their speeches emphasized the importance of sound biblical education, personal integrity, and a commitment to evangelism.
Looking Ahead: Matriculation
Preparations are underway for our first matriculation ceremony, scheduled for May 31, 2025. This will be a significant milestone, officially welcoming our pioneer students into the Bear Valley academic family.
Conclusion
The first quarter at the Okpanam Centre has been marked by solid academic beginnings, a successful evangelistic campaign, and a sense of excitement about the future. As we move into the next phase, we remain committed to spiritual growth, academic excellence, and the mission of equipping faithful gospel preachers for the Lord’s work.