This archive report was first published on 10 July 2021.
On June 11, 2021, Nigerian preacher Temitope Balogun Joshua, popularly known as TB Joshua, was laid to rest in Lagos, amidst a private burial ceremony.
Joshua, the founder of the Synagogue Church of All Nations (Scoan), passed away on June 5, 2021. His body was interred at the church premises, with mourners thronging the building and traders nearby closing their businesses for the day.
Notably, top Nigerian clergy skipped the burial, sparking controversy and raising questions about the circumstances surrounding Joshua's death.
President Muhammadu Buhari commiserated with Joshua's family and members of the church in a statement, saying the televangelist would be missed for his spiritual contributions and philanthropic gestures.
He urged Joshua's followers to take solace in the knowledge that life is not measured by chronological longevity but by enduring legacies and lives touched positively.
Joshua is survived by his wife Evelyn and two children, who are likely to play a significant role in the future of Scoan.
By Nation.Africa, published on July 10, 2021.
