Gilbert Deya, the Kenyan pastor infamous for claiming to perform miraculous pregnancies, has tragically passed away following a road accident that also left multiple injuries.
Tragic End for Controversial Pastor Gilbert Deya in Road Accident
Tragic End for Controversial Pastor Gilbert Deya in Road Accident
Televangelist known for "miracle babies" dies in crash, multiple casualties reported
In a disturbing turn of events, Gilbert Deya, a controversial Kenyan televangelist famed for his claims of enabling infertile couples to conceive “miracle” babies through prayer, has died in a road crash near Kisumu town on Tuesday evening. Reports indicate that Deya lost his life at the scene after his vehicle collided with a university bus and another car. Alongside him, at least 30 others suffered injuries, including his wife and several students onboard the bus.
Deya first gained notoriety in the early 2000s and was later embroiled in legal battles linked to an alleged child-trafficking operation associated with his church. Despite a decade of struggle and an extradition from the UK, he was acquitted of all charges two years ago due to insufficient evidence. His passing has prompted condolences from local leaders, including Siaya County Governor James Orengo, who expressed sorrow regarding the incident and acknowledged the tragic nature of the accident involving a county vehicle.
This news raises further discussion regarding the legacy of figures like Deya and their impact on communities, both positive and negative.
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You may also be interested in previous insights into Africa's so-called miracle pastors and their influence across the continent.
Deya first gained notoriety in the early 2000s and was later embroiled in legal battles linked to an alleged child-trafficking operation associated with his church. Despite a decade of struggle and an extradition from the UK, he was acquitted of all charges two years ago due to insufficient evidence. His passing has prompted condolences from local leaders, including Siaya County Governor James Orengo, who expressed sorrow regarding the incident and acknowledged the tragic nature of the accident involving a county vehicle.
This news raises further discussion regarding the legacy of figures like Deya and their impact on communities, both positive and negative.
For more updates on this developing story, you can follow BBC Africa on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
You may also be interested in previous insights into Africa's so-called miracle pastors and their influence across the continent.
