By Nworisa Michael
The Supreme Knight of the Knights of Saint Mulumba (KSM), Sir Steve Adehi, has urged members of the Order to remain patient and supportive as ongoing reforms aimed at repositioning the organisation continue to unfold.
Adehi, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, made the appeal while outlining his vision following his election at the 46th Supreme Convention held in Kaduna last December, where he secured overwhelming support.
He acknowledged the high expectations among members but stressed that meaningful transformation requires time, sacrifice, and collective effort.
“I know a lot of people have high expectations, but these reforms are not easy,” he said. “I urge members to be patient and support us as we work to reposition the Order.”
Since assuming office, Adehi has introduced a series of structural and strategic reforms targeting the financial, administrative, and spiritual growth of the organisation. A key initiative is the proposed establishment of an endowment fund designed to ensure long-term financial sustainability, reducing reliance on traditional fundraising.
He explained that the initiative aims to create a system where investment returns can support the Order’s operations, ensuring continuity for future leadership.
To strengthen institutional capacity, Adehi also announced the creation of specialised committees focusing on security, media engagement, investment management, and information technology. According to him, the security committee has already submitted an interim report to Catholic bishops, outlining strategies to safeguard churches and parish communities amid rising insecurity.
In addition, a media team has been established to respond promptly to public issues affecting the Church and to counter misinformation.
Beyond administrative reforms, the Supreme Knight emphasised the need to restore the Order’s spiritual focus. He expressed concern that some members prioritise social activities over spiritual development and directed leaders to allocate more time for prayer, formation, and faith-based engagement during meetings.
Adehi also highlighted the need for membership renewal, noting that the organisation faces an ageing demographic. He called for the recruitment of younger members to ensure continuity and relevance, alongside efforts to reposition the Youths of Saint Mulumba (YSM) for greater effectiveness.
Despite the scope of the reforms, Adehi admitted that the process has been demanding but reaffirmed his commitment to driving change. He stressed that success would depend on unity, cooperation, and shared responsibility among members, including collaboration with the Ladies of Saint Mulumba (LSM).
He further underscored the importance of transparency, noting that recent reforms have made key processes, including admissions, more open and accessible.
Adehi expressed confidence that the ongoing changes would restore the Order’s vitality and relevance, urging members to remain steadfast and committed.
“We are on a mission, and with patience, cooperation, and faith, we will achieve the transformation we seek,” he said.
