Bukola Afeni
Pastor Nkechi Ene, Senior pastor of The Carpenters Church International and host of Fresh Dew is dead.
The church made the disclosure in a statement signed by Pastor Sola Akinwale.
The statement is as follows “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing into glory of God’s servant, our presiding pastor, our mother-in-Israel, Pastor Nkechi Ene, on Wednesday, 29th October 2025.
Pastor Kech returned to Nigeria exhausted after a successful and extensive ministry trip, marked by miracles and testimonies. She experienced a sudden health crisis while in Lagos.
“As our hearts hurt and questions assail our minds while we process this shocking news , we are rest assured in the unwavering truth that God is the good God and His mercies endure forever.
“He is always faithful. Pastor is in a better place, for to be with Christ is far better (Phil. 1:23). As Apostle Paul said, “For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Phil. 1:21). Our pastor was a woman of great faith, who lived, and believed the Word of God till the very end.
“She gave her life in service of God and His people. She has now heard the words from her Master, “Well done, good and faithful servant” (Matt. 25:21).
“As a church family, we, The Carpenter’s Church, and ministry, both local and global, acknowledge that this is a very challenging time for us.
At times like these, what we should do is to embrace, comfort, and encourage one another, starting with our Pastor’s family. Let us overwhelm with our love, comfort, and prayers, especially Pastor’s husband, Bro. Emeka Ene and their daughters, Zoe, Chloe, Tracy, and Osi. We also continue to uphold her mother.
