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Kekere Jesu, three other gospel ministers die in Ogun accident

Four popular Nigerian gospel ministers, including Evangelist Ayodeji David, popularly known as Kekere Jesu, have died in a tragic motor accident along the Ikorodu–Sagamu Road in Ogun State.

The Federal Road Safety Corps confirmed the incident in a statement issued by the Ogun State Commander and Public Information Officer, Florence Okupe, on Monday.

The victims were identified as Evangelist Ayodeji Kekerejesu, Evangelist Iyanu Joseph, Monjolajesu Oluwapamilerin, and Opeyemi Adesina.

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According to the FRSC, the crash occurred when the vehicle conveying the gospel ministers collided with another in a high-impact accident that killed all four occupants instantly. The accident reportedly involved multiple vehicles and claimed over 24 lives in total.

Preliminary investigations pointed to overspeeding and poor visibility as contributing factors to the fatal crash.

Evangelist Kekere Jesu was known for his dynamic street evangelism, passionate preaching, and strong social media presence. He was reportedly en route to a ministry assignment at the time of the incident.

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