Tears as popular Nigerian pastor dies

Report indicates that Reverend Dr Daniel Otoh, Pastor of the Shepherd's House Assembly, a popular Nigerian church, has died.

According to a statement signed by Pastor Mrs Jackie Talena on behalf of the church, Dr Otoh, a medical consultant, died on Sunday, December 4, 2022.

The statement read partly: "It is with rude shock and great sadness but with consolation in His word, we at THE SHEPHERD'S HOUSE ASSEMBLY announce the passing on to Glory of our beloved pastor, husband, father medical consultant Rev. Dr. Daniel Otoh."

Although the cause of death was not stated, the church noted that funeral announcements would be announced soon.

Some members of the church and followers have since taken to social media to send their condolences to the family and the church.

Lizzy Paul commented on Facebook: "May the soul of the departed rest in perfect peace, condolences to the shepherds family."

Evang Barnabas Tochukwu said: "My condolences to his family. May God grant them the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss."

Princewills Ezeh Whyte said: "Oh my God! Dr Dan of Shepherd's House, the Testimony and Dancing pastor, no one can handle testimonies like pastor Dan will do. His dancing skills and love for God is second to none. "A great loss to Shepherd's House Assembly and to his lovely family. May his gentle soul rest in peace."

Momoh Emmanuel Akinsanmi said: "Let God be God.. May the Lord console his family and the entire Shepherds House family. Rest well MOG!"

Victor Terah-Patrick said: "May the soul of our brother & Pastor, Dr Dan Otoh rest in peace with the LORD. May God comfort his immediate family & the entire Shepherd's House Assembly family worldwide. We indeed are pilgrims on this planet. Adieu Pastor Dan."

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