The sudden death of Nigerian pastor Reverend Alaku Vincent while performing a church function on Sunday has thrown members at the Church of the Brethren (EYN) Moduganari in Maiduguri, Borno State, into deep mourning.
TheNewsGuru.com learnt that the pastor suddenly slumped and died during a child dedication ceremony in the church.
He was pronounced dead after efforts to revive him proved abortive.
Although the cause of death has not been disclosed, church members and colleagues have taken to their social media pages to mourn the loss of their beloved pastor.
Reacting to Vincent’s death, the District Church Secretary of Church Brethren of Nigeria, Timothy Hammajam, in a Facebook post, described the deceased as “a visionary leader with focus.”
He added, “KBC DCM 2003 graduating class will ever miss your elderly and prophetic words. May God comfort EYN and your family.”
Another church member, Prince Malikson Papaman via Facebook, shared a tribute, describing Vincent’s departure as leaving an “unfillable void” but taking comfort in the Bible’s assurance that his death is but a sleep.
He said, “Just a few hours ago, he stood confidently on the altar… passionately shepherding his flock.
“His powerful message still resonates in my mind, as he emphasized the importance of family unity in worship.
“Little did I know it would be his final sermon.
“Rest in eternal peace, Rev. Vincent Alaku. Until we meet again.”