The people of Arigidi Akoko, hometown of late founder of Synagogue Church for All Nations (SCOAN) Prophet Temitope Joshua, would not allow distance to debar them from giving their hero a befitting farewell.
On Friday, the entire town like a ghost town Friday as commercial activities were grounded, as the people shunned every other activities to watch the funeral service of perhaps the greatest son to come out of the ancient town.
Early in the morning, gaily dressed residents trooped to the country home of the late prophet to virtually participate in his burial programme holding in farawat Lagos.
Many were moved to tears as they watched the event beamed live from Lagos State.
Residents from other neighbouring Akoko communities in the four local government areas, including Muslims and politicians also attended.
Not even the early downpour could deter the people from paying last respects to a man they described him as their benefactor.
Those who spoke urged both the state and federal government to immortalise him.
Chief Imam of Arigidi/Agbaluku Central mosque, Alhaji Salisu Musa, said the Muslim community was very sad about his death because TB Joshua never discriminated against them.
He said: “TB Joshua has been the person helping me. You know I am not paid for being an Imam. Prophet Joshua bought me the current car I am using despite the religious differences.
“He believes we are one. He never discriminated when sharing palliatives for the downtrodden. Irrespective of religion, he would help without hesitating. He also gave me the personal house I now stay.”
