Exploits University has awarded Prophet Shepherd Bushiri of Enlighten Christian Gathering (ECG) Church with an honorary doctorate degree.

The development means Prophet Bushiri will now be called Dr. Bushiri.

Bushiri has confirmed of the development in a statement posted on his official facebook page seen by this publication.

“I am so delighted to inform you all that Exploits University, one of renowned universities in Malawi, has conferred on me an honorary doctorate degree, a recognition for outstanding humanitarian works in Malawi and beyond.

“Join me in celebrating this remarkable recognition,” wrote Bushiri.