Rev Dr Zotuo Kiewhuo and Abei-ü Neihulie and others with the graduating students of KBC on June 2. (Morung Photo)
Our Correspondent
Kohima | June 2
The 52nd Graduation Day of Kohima Bible College (KBC) took place at NBCC Convention Centre, Kohima on June 2 with Rev Dr Zotuo Kiewhuo, Principal, KBC and Founder and Senior Pastor of Koinonia Baptist Church, as the graduation speaker.
Addressing the gathering, Rev Dr Kiewhuo underscored the importance of discipleship, citing the example of Jesus Christ in raising disciples to build the Kingdom of God.
He emphasised that God is looking for disciples and that the Holy Spirit empowers believers to build the Kingdom of God. Quoting Luke 17:21, “The kingdom of God is within you,” he called upon believers to focus on establishing God's kingdom through evangelism and service.
Rev Dr Kiewhuo noted that KBC is the first Bible college in Kohima and the first charismatic Bible college in Northeast India. He said KBC graduates and alumni are now serving in all the seven continents of the world, reflecting the biblical mandate to preach the Gospel.
Highlighting the college motto, “Saved to Serve,” he urged the graduates to remain committed to the mission of winning souls for Christ. He also emphasised the importance of sound doctrine and cautioned against liberal theology and demonic teachings. Calling on the graduates to keep their focus on Jesus Christ, he encouraged them to uphold the principles of preaching, healing and deliverance as taught in the Bible.
A speech on behalf of the graduating class was delivered by Khamkai Arolim (B.Th.). The programme was led by A. Athew, Assistant Professor of KBC.
Academic degrees were awarded by Rev Dr Zotuo Kiewhuo, while academic awards were presented by Abei-ü Neihulie, President of KBC. Altogether, 52 students graduated this year, comprising 22 Master of Divinity (M.Div.) and 30 Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) graduates.
In the academic awards category, Visinu Thokhwe received David Nann's Award for academic proficiency in the M.Div. programme, besides securing the KBC President's Award for Old Testament, KBC Principal's Award for New Testament and Leona Nann's Award for Systematic Theology. In the B.Th. programme, Yuu San Shee received David Nann's Award for academic proficiency and also secured the KBC President's Award for Old Testament and the KBC Principal's Award for New Testament.
In non-academic awards, Late Rev Neihulie's Award for Practical Ministry (M.Div.) was presented to Nguluolie and Mudoselu Phesao, while the award for Spiritual Maturity went to Bayi Boje and Hünü Rainie. In B.Th. category, the award for Practical Ministry was presented to Homkam Phuksa and Wekele-ü Kapfo, while Khamkai Arolim and Selila Jingerü received the award for Spiritual Maturity. Late Rev. Neihulie's Award for Social Service was awarded to Kevilenuo Mezhü, Thejaseno Puro, Kevinuo Kiewhuo, Lolou Mekrisuh, Anand Rai, Thejaselhou Pielie, Megosie Neikha and Khrieketoulie Khro. Yuu San Shee was named Student of the Year 2026.
