Followers of TB Joshua throng church to mark anniversary of his demise
Followers of Prophet Temitope Babatunde Joshua, popularly known as TB Joshua, the late charismatic preacher on Sunday thronged the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN), Ikotun, Lagos, to celebrate his legacies one year after his death.
The event, also attended by followers from diverse foreign nations, was filled with nostalgia of glamorous and spirit-filled worship in the people, as it was during the days of TB Joshua.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos reports that the church has been operating low-key since the passing on of the founder, in honour of the departed preacher and philanthropist.
The first memorial anniversary service had the theme: “Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Prophet TB Joshua”.
It featured some Nigerian celebrities including popular comedian Ali Baba, K C Brown and Tee Mac who entertained people.
Many foreign gospel ministers who also attended the service included Pastor Freyle from Colombia, Pastor William Ghaltas from Bethlehem, Pastor Obispo Elvis from the Dominican Republic and Bishop Trevor Williamson and his wife from the Bahamas.
Others included Pastor Bernard Mulder of South Africa and Bishop Steven Ogedengbe from Nigeria.
In his welcome remark at the event, Williamson asked the worshippers to celebrate for ” TB Joshua is not dead, but lives on.
“Since the day he exited to the higher realm, he has continued to appear to me in dreams with messages of upliftment to the congregation.
“He is with the Lord resting for the mission he accomplished here on earth.
“He is in heaven advocating for you, therefore, be happy and worship God in its true sense.
“His legacy, faith, and good works while here speaks volumes of a prophet anointed by God to save and serve the people at the global level,” he said.