October 2006 — A Personal Encounter with Christ
During his first year at Benson Idahosa University, Maro gave his life to Christ at an All Believers Conference. This marked a defining beginning in his personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
About Ikhade “Maro” Igbape
A life of devotion, service and obedience.
A pastor, Christian media strategist and digital ministry leader pursuing God’s purposes from the altar to the digital space.
Biography
Devoted to His presence.
Pastor | Founder, Priest of Adonai | Christian Media Strategist | Technology Professional
Ikhade “Maro” Igbape is an ordained minister of the Gospel, Christian media strategist and technology professional with a passion for prayer, worship, revival, the Word of God and using technology and media to advance the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Pastor Maro serves as Resident Pastor of Omega Fire Ministries Calgary Ignite (The House of Prayer) in Northwest Calgary, Alberta, and as Program Lead and Platform Administrator for Canada Revival Mandate.
As founder of Priest of Adonai, he brings together ministry, media and technology to encourage deeper intimacy with the Holy Spirit and support churches, ministries and Christian conferences through Priest of Adonai Media.
My Journey
A journey of faith and service.
Spiritual heritage, ministry development and obedience to the call of God.
2006 — The Beginning
Maro first fellowshipped at Omega Fire Ministries International Headquarters with his parents. His Christian heritage began at home through his father, Rev. Dr. Moses Emadomi Igbape, a Church of God Mission pastor, academic and entrepreneur.
2007 — A Defining Connection
While accompanying his father to deliver books to Apostle Johnson Suleman’s residence, Maro had an early personal encounter with the man of God who would later become his spiritual father. His father owned a printing press and became closely involved with the OFM mandate in this period.
2010 — University
B.Sc. in Information and Computer Systems, Benson Idahosa University.
2010 — Web Development
Began his professional career in technology as a Web Developer.
2011 — Joining the Mandate
Following his undergraduate studies and National Youth Service Corps, Maro fully joined the Omega Fire Ministries mandate.
2011 — Marolinks Corporation
Joined his father’s IT consultancy business, Marolinks Corporation, continuing his professional development in the technology industry.
2012–2014 — Service
Served in the Evangelism Department at Omega Fire Ministries International Headquarters.
2013–2014 — Youth Leadership
Served as Youth Vice President.
2014 — Master’s Degree
Graduated from Benson Idahosa University with a Master’s in Computer Science.
2014 — Relocation to Canada
Shortly after completing his Master’s degree, Maro relocated to Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
2016 — Master of Information Systems Security Management
Concordia University of Edmonton.
December 2016 — Marriage
Following his studies in Edmonton, Maro married Mary Igbape. Today they serve together in ministry and through Priest of Adonai Media, and are blessed with Lilybeth, Laurie and Isabella.
2017–Present — IT Service Management
Transitioned into IT Service Management in 2017 and continues to work as a Service Management Specialist.
April 2026 — Ordination
Ordained into pastoral ministry by Apostle Johnson Suleman in Calgary, Canada.
May 2026 — Alberta Marriage Officiant Registration
Pastor Maro became a Registered Religious Marriage Officiant with the Government of Alberta, authorized to solemnize marriages in the Province of Alberta. Registration No. 26874.
October 2026 — Launch of Omega Fire Ministries Calgary Ignite
Omega Fire Ministries Calgary Ignite (The House of Prayer) was officially launched in Northwest Calgary, Alberta, with Pastor Maro serving as Resident Pastor. The ministry carries the mandate of raising an army of intercessors who will wipe out tears and restore people to their destinies through the revelation of the Word, manifestation of power, and reality of the Holy Spirit.
Current — Pastoral and Ministry Assignments
Resident Pastor of Omega Fire Ministries Calgary Ignite (The House of Prayer); Program Lead and Platform Administrator for Canada Revival Mandate, coordinated by Dr. Lizzy Johnson Suleman; and Founder / Creator of Priest of Adonai.
Biblical Training
Omega Bible Institute
This authentic graduation photograph documents the completion of Maro’s formal biblical and ministry training.
My Spiritual Father
Apostle Johnson Suleman
Maro’s ministry journey has been deeply shaped by his years of service within Omega Fire Ministries and by the spiritual leadership and ministry of his spiritual father, Apostle Johnson Suleman.
April 2026 — Ordination
Ordained into pastoral ministry.
In April 2026, after years of Christian service and ministry development, Pastor Maro was ordained as a Pastor in Omega Fire Ministries in Calgary, Canada, by his spiritual father, Apostle Johnson Suleman.
Today
The assignment continues.
Family
Faith. Family. Purpose.
Beyond ministry and professional responsibilities, family remains an important part of Maro’s journey. He is married to Mary Igbape, and together they are blessed with three daughters—Lilybeth, Laurie and Isabella.
Lilybeth • Laurie • Isabella
Beyond the Pulpit
Technology in service of ministry.
Alongside his ministry journey, Maro has built a professional career in information technology spanning more than a decade. He began his technology career as a Web Developer in 2010, joined his father’s IT consultancy business, Marolinks Corporation, in 2011, and transitioned into IT Service Management in 2017, where he continues to work as a Service Management Specialist.
His background spans information systems, computer science, cybersecurity and IT service management—experience that also informs his approach to technology, digital platforms and administration in ministry.
- B.Sc. Information and Computer Systems — 2010Benson Idahosa University
- Master’s in Computer Science — 2014Benson Idahosa University
- Master of Information Systems Security Management — 2016Concordia University of Edmonton
- ITIL Certified
- Service Management Specialist | 2017–PresentFull-time IT Industry