The family of Enoch Adeboye, general overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has fixed May 9 to commence burial activities for Dare who passed away on Wednesday. Pastor Dare, aged 42, died in his sleep in Eket, Akwa Ibom State, where he was based with his family.

In a statement signed by Leke Adeboye, the younger brother of Pastor Dare and also the personal assistant of the General Overseer, the family gave thanks for the prayers and condolences they have received.

“With our hearts full of gratitude, we appreciate you, for standing by our family, in this period of trial. We are consoled, no doubt, by the fact that our beloved son has returned home, to rest in the bosom to his maker and father. Our confident assurance is rooted in the life of selflessness and sacrifice our son lived for Jesus Christ, our Saviour.”

“Thank you so much for your prayers and words of encouragement. Our prayer is that we will all make it to that glorious home, in Jesus mighty name. According to the funeral programme, a special service will be held on Sunday, May 9 at the City of David Youth Church in Eket, Akwa Ibom, where Dare pastored.”

“Thanksgiving songs and tribute will be held on Monday, May 10, between 4 pm and 6 pm, at the RCCG House of Favour, Redemption Camp, Lagos-Ibadan expressway. A farewell service will take place on Tuesday, May 11, at the Youth Centre, RCCG Redemption Camp”

Meanwhile, the Redeemed Christian Church of God has finally reacted to the death of the son of Pastor EA Adeboye who died in his sleep. The church disclosed this in a statement posted on its Twitter handle on May 6 and signed by the public relations department. In another report, the general overseer of the RCCG, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye on Thursday, May 6, made his first public appearance following the death of his son, Pastor Dare Adeboye.

It was also gathered that the cleric featured at the May Edition of the church’s Holy Communion service. The general overseer ministered from the studio of the church’s station, DOVE Media, while members of his church congregated in the auditorium.

Dignitaries including President Muhammadu Buhari, have condoled with the RCCG general overseer over the loss of his son. Dare was married to Temiloluwa Adeboye with who he had three daughters.