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Gone too soon, but forever in our hearts 💔. Your laughter, kindness, and love will be deeply missed, dear brother. Rest in peace 🌟. I love you soo much Egbon, your impact can not be forgotten  - Adeniyi Nike (Sister)

Hmmmm!!! Mr John! A very humble and kind senior colleague at work. A prayer and word giant and  an exemplary man of God ! His passing feels so surreal! In all, we judge God faithful. It is well in with his family in Jesus Name 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 - Mrs Olalere Nancy (Senior Colleague)

Tribute to My Brother in Christ

My heart is still struggling to accept that you are no longer here. What started as a simple meeting in church became one of the greatest blessings of my life. We met in God’s house, but we left as brothers.

From the very first day, there was something special about our connection. We prayed together, worshipped together, served together, and encouraged one another through life’s ups and downs. You were not just my church member; you became my brother, a brother bound not by blood, but by faith and love.

You stood by me in moments of weakness. You celebrated with me in times of joy. You corrected me with love and supported me with sincerity. We shared dreams, plans, and spiritual battles. We believed we still had many years ahead to serve God side by side.

Your laughter still echoes in my heart. Your words of encouragement still ring in my ears. The space you have left behind cannot be filled. It hurts deeply because what we shared was real, pure, and rare.

But even in this pain, I hold on to God’s promises:

“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints.” – Psalm 116:15

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” – 2 Timothy 4:7

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” – Matthew 5:4

Though we mourn, we do not mourn without hope:

 “For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with Him.” – 1 Thessalonians 4:14

Thank you for being my brother. Thank you for loving me genuinely. Thank you for serving God faithfully.

Until we meet again in glory, my brother… rest well in the Lord. - Owolabi Ezekiel  (Friend)

Uncle John, 

He practically lived the word of God, so humble and compassionate. 

His guidance and leadership has helped me grow spiritually.

We love you but God loves you more.

The heaven gained you as the earth loses..!!

Till we meet again to part no more!!  - Ademuyiwa O Joshua (Disciple)

Uncle John,

My love for the word of God and prayer is from you. Your desire to see me do me not just spiritually but also in every area of my life is overwhelming. When as yet I didn't know something was wrong, you were still asking after my welfare. My friends even without meeting you knows you because the story of my life cannot be said apart from you Sir. 

I can't ask question because I know God is Good and his Mercy endures forever. 

Rest Sir, for you are in a very much better place.  - Olanrewaju Akinpelu (Disciple)

TRIBUTE TO BRO JOHN ADENIYI

With deep reverence and gratitude to God, we celebrate the life of our beloved Brother, John Adeniyi, who slept in the Lord.

A true soldier of Christ, he was completely sold out in prayers — never tired, never weary. His altar never went cold. He stood in the gap faithfully, lifting others up before God with unwavering passion and consistency.

To us, the younger prophets, he was more than a brother — he was a pillar, an encourager, and a spiritual compass. His words strengthened us. His life challenged us. His counsel guided us.

He corrected in love, rebuked with wisdom, and mentored with patience. Indeed, he was a rabbi in spirit and in truth — a man whose dogged prayer life stirred and upsurged my own walk with God personally.

A giant in Youth Ablaze bows out.

A watchman on the walls takes his rest.

A voice of fire echoes into eternity.

Bro John Adeniyi lived a life that spoke louder than his words. He modeled humility, discipline, wisdom, and unwavering devotion to Christ.

Though our hearts feel the weight of his absence, we rejoice knowing that Heaven has gained a faithful intercessor.

Well done, good and faithful servant.

You ran your race.

You kept the faith.

Heaven’s gain. Our eternal inspiration. - Afolashade Ibhadore (Mfm/Youth Ablaze Connect)

Very nice to me. A devoted man of God that we needs to emulates. His words of advise and his relationship with me in a little way really touched me. May his soul rest in peace And be with wife and children left behind.  - Prince Faboro olabode  (We worked together for many yr in a school {Golden Triangle} before I left nigeria)

To my ever loving brother and pastor, I remember those days when we were working in the same organization each time I need him to pray with me he will make himself available. I find it difficult to believe that he is gone to be with the Lord. God knows beat - Uansoji.F. (Ex-Colleague)

Uncle John, as we fondly called you, thank you for a life poured out in service to God and to people.

You have been there since my teenage years.

You watched me grow. You guided me. You corrected me. You prayed for me.

You taught me that faith is not just preached, it is lived.

Through your example, I learned what it truly means to serve without seeking applause.

You believed in young people. You invested in us when we were still figuring life out.

You challenged us to grow in faith and in character, even when it was uncomfortable.

Though your voice may now be silent, your influence is loud in my life.

Your quiet strength, consistency, and devotion will never be forgotten.

We will continue to say “Still Hallelujah,” because your life was truly worth thanking God for. - Miriam Ayeni (Daughter- Youth Ablaze)

Pastor John, My Pastor John,

I remember those little chats with you when I was just a teenager. You were never tired of me. Never too busy. Never dismissive. You listened. You taught. You corrected with love.

I grew up under your guidance. I gave my life to Christ in your living room. I spoke in tongues for the first time there. That moment changed my life forever.

Even in your last days, you were still thinking about me.

Even when your strength was fading, your heart was still shepherding.

Pastor John, you are indeed a man of God. You lived well. You finished strong. Your life preached louder than your sermons.

And even now… it is still Hallelujah. - Oluwadamilola Ajayi (Daughter- Youth Ablaze)

Acts 14:21-22ESV -

When they had preached the gospel

to that city and had made many disciples...

strengthening the souls of the disciples, encouraging them to continue in the faith,

and saying that through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God.

Pastor John,

I tried severally to visit you with my family.. But you never met them. I'm yet to be able to put into words the avalanche of mercies received through you.

Foremost..

You're a dogged praying spirit.

You'll sleep praying,

Wake up praying,

Dress up to class, praying,

Returned-tired,

many times torn-yet praying,

'You were' no..

You are

Not a discipler far from the flock,

We rub shoulders together,

Ate from the same bowl,

Slept together in clusters,

Never caught you angry,

Always the corrective voice

to our erring minds,

Yet a loving arms,

Never discriminating..

We followed you,

because we saw not just your dexterity in teaching scriptures with power,

I followed because you were one of the clearest examples of what a "Servant leader" should be to me.

A bridge

Between the old and the young,

Unchanging,

Unwavering,..

We know your testimony among the saints,

Long may it resound

"When they had preached the gospel to that city and had made many disciples... strengthening the souls of the disciples, encouraging them to continue in the faith, and saying that through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God"

Acts 14:21-22 ESV

".. In sickness and health,

Till death reunite you and your Lord"

Now in his embrace🫂🕊️

You won! - Oluwafemi Ajayi (Youth Ablaze)

As a co worker in Golden Triangle school in 2008-2013. He was the mathematics teacher. He was preparing for his marriage back then in school. I laughed at the names of his home town “Sepeteri” and his wife’s home town  Tede” because they sound funny. After marriage, it was time to give birth, he told me I will call my daughter ADEOLA because of you, as honored as I was I was thankful that I meant something to someone, me that was a nobody. On the 3rd day of his demise, I just thought of him, I sent him a text message for prayers and also called but he didn’t reply me that same day , so as I was trying to text back , a message just came and it says “Devine restoration”. I replied I was just about to type it that I will not be talking to him anymore. Later another text message came that say “this is Mrs Adeniyi. He is currently on admission in LASUTH, I was surprised that hummm Gods general in the hospital? Something is not right . I wrote back that I hope it’s not too serious because once you are a nurse every little thing is hospital and I was guilty of it too. Later the day I wrote to please send my greetings to him . The following day at 6:30 I sent another text that Mrs Adeniyi should please send my regards to him, few hours later I read “Good morning ma, Mr Adeniyi has gone to be with the Lord”.  I sat up straight looked everywhere at first then my brain reset to call back the number, I did and Mrs Adeniyi narrated the whole episodes to me. I just hung up abruptly then started looking for who to call because why am I the first to know this type of news, who will I call to be with me. I shouted, l cried, I thanked God. Called Mr Fatukasi was not picking up, called Mr Arowobusoye something   Called Mrs Yemi Olaniyan same thing before calling Mrs Uansojie who picked up. 

Mr Adeniyi was a brother, a friend, a co worker and a prayer partner. I will miss him, I pray His Soul Rest in Peace in Jesus Name 

Amen - Bursar Golden Triangle school 2008-2013 (Co worker)

It’s hard to put this into words.

Bro John, you shaped and imparted into our spiritual lives in ways we will never forget. You were truly a man of prayer and of the Word. Your teaching was raw, deep, and life changing.

Despite the age difference, you were never tired of us in Youth Ablaze. You loved us all deeply. You were our confidant, always giving us a listening ear. You answered the call of God with humility and gave yourself so freely.

You always went the extra mile to see us spiritually established and grounded.

We are confident that you are now singing with the angels. We will miss you greatly, but we are comforted knowing you are at peace. - Adebimpe Ogunbiyi(nee Adedokun) (Daughter (Mfm/Youth Ablaze))

Adieu to a Brother and Mentor, an Exemplary Christian Leader

Youth Ablaze Fellowship brought us together, but what grew from that was far beyond fellowship meetings. We laboured side by side for God’s cause. He taught us the Word and modeled what a true Christian life looks like. He was a foremost leader — not by title alone, but by character, wisdom, and quiet strength.

Though much older than most of us, he never related to us from a pedestal. He related to us as a friend. We joked together as friends do. He listened. He laughed. He corrected gently. He offered sage-like advice that stayed with you long after the conversation ended. His guidance was never imposing or overbearing; it was always steady, thoughtful, and sincere.

He became more than a fellowship leader to us — he became family, especially to the AJAYIs. He was a trusted gist-partner to my parents and was known and respected by all my siblings, even those who were not members of Youth Ablaze. That kind of presence is rare — to be at ease across generations, connecting so naturally with both young and old.

He was a great teacher of the Word — not only knowledgeable, but passionate and grounded. Above all, he was a man of prayer. He was never deterred by our occasional jokes that a short, simple prayer would suffice when we did not expect him to go far in prayer. True to his conviction that prayer is the master key and that nothing is too small to pray about, he would pray with depth and sincerity. My wife fondly remembers his visit to our home here when we left Lagos — especially the prayers he prayed over her. Those moments now feel even more precious.

Today, though saddened by your passing, and wishing we could have walked life’s journey with you much longer, we are consoled by the impact you made here on earth. We remember. We give thanks. We acknowledge that your influence was deep and life-changing. Your exemplary Christian life still speaks.

We will strive to live in a way that reflects the values you modeled — faithfulness, humility, service, and love.

We celebrate your life.

We entrust you to God.

And we are grateful that we walked part of this journey with you.

— Ope' AJAYI - Opeoluwa Ajayi (Brother-in-Christ (Youth Ablaze Fellowship))

Bro John, I honour you even in death, because your life on earth so clearly reflected Jesus. Your walk with God gave us confidence that Christlikeness is truly possible. No one ever encountered you and remained the same. You lived as a true believer, a faithful child of God, and a living example of what it means to follow Christ wholeheartedly.

Even as I type, I can still picture your face during those prayer night gatherings in our home at Dalemo Alakuko. Even after the programme ended, you would continue in prayer, and then stay behind to counsel us,never tired, never in a hurry, always ready to pour into others. I remember the times my husband and I would come to your house; you were always willing to speak with us, guide us, and share wisdom that could only have come from above.

You walked with God in humility and love, and you served your calling with joy. Your wisdom was extraordinary, and all of us at Youth Ablaze know we have lost a rare gem.

Though our hearts struggle to accept this painful reality, we are encouraged by the assurance that you are now seated at the right hand of the Father. You fought the good fight, you finished your course, and you kept the faith, just as 1 Timothy 6:12 teaches. We love you deeply, but God loves you more. - Temitayo Ajayi (Daughter)

Uncle John as you were fondly called, 

I just can't seem to put words together, It hurts more because your thoughts kept coming to my mind for about 2weeks now but I didn't reach out

What a great Teacher you were, my Fellowship with Christ is incomplete without you.

We both tarried in prayer late into the night during my holyghost baptism right in your living room with the evidence of speaking in tongues or is it the times you reach out through my sister, Tell Bukola to call me, how is she?. Kai, it is well 

Sir, I'm glad you lived an impactful and exemplary life.

Till we meet to part no more at the bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ  - Oluwabukola Obilana (Daughter (Youth Ablaze))

Bro John, long before I had the privilege of meeting you, I had already heard so many beautiful things about you from my husband, Opeoluwa. Your name came up often in our conversations. He would speak about how you helped him and so many others grow spiritually, how selfless and deeply empathetic you are, and how even while carrying your own burdens you still made time to check on him and others.

He described you as more than a friend; you were like a father and a big brother steady, wise, and dependable.

In 2021, I finally met you when you came to Abeokuta and intentionally made out time to visit us. That gesture alone spoke volumes about your heart. I still remember serving you rice and fish stew that day, and how sincerely appreciative you were, as though it was a feast prepared in your honor. Your gratitude was genuine and humbling. You were so warm and lovable. I liked you from the very first day I met you.

When my husband told me about your illness, it was deeply heartbreaking. We prayed together, believing God for your healing and restoration. But God, in His infinite wisdom, knows best.

What comforts my heart now is the assurance that you are in a better place resting peacefully in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Rest well, Bro John Adebiyi.

You will always be remembered.

Bro John, I honour you even in death, because your life on earth so clearly reflected Jesus. Your walk with God gave us confidence that Christlikeness is truly possible. No one ever encountered you and remained the same. You lived as a true believer, a faithful child of God, and a living example of what it means to follow Christ wholeheartedly.

Even as I type, I can still picture your face during those prayer night gatherings in our home at Dalemo Alakuko. Even after the programme ended, you would continue in prayer, and then stay behind to counsel us,never tired, never in a hurry, always ready to pour into others. I remember the times my husband and I would come to your house; you were always willing to speak with us, guide us, and share wisdom that could only have come from above.

You walked with God in humility and love, and you served your calling with joy. Your wisdom was extraordinary, and all of us at Youth Ablaze know we have lost a rare gem.

Though our hearts struggle to accept this painful reality, we are encouraged by the assurance that you are now seated at the right hand of the Father. You fought the good fight, you finished your course, and you kept the faith, just as 1 Timothy 6:12 teaches. We love you deeply, but God loves you more.  - Deborah Ajayi (Mentor)

Dear Uncle,

Your unwavering devotion to Christ and passion for prayer has left an indelible mark on us. 

It saddens my heart to know you’re no longer here with us. 

You may be gone from our sight, but you will never be gone from our hearts.

Rest in peace, dear uncle. 

Your legacy of love for the things of God will continue to live on through us.

Oluwadamilola Adepoju. - Adepoju Oluwadamilola (Niece)

Uncle John, as we used to call you when you were our Mathematics and Further Mathematics teacher at Ultra Imperial College, you truly impacted our lives in so many ways. “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11) – you embodied this by always supporting our dreams and encouraging us to believe we could achieve anything.

“Smith,” as you fondly called me, I thank God that I came in contact with you in this life, and I am a living testimony of your impact. “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” (1 Thessalonians 5:11) – thank you for the wisdom, the guidance, and the beautiful memories we shared.

It is really hard to say goodbye, but rest well, champ, leader, and mentor. “Well done, good and faithful servant!” (Matthew 25:23) – you will never be forgotten.- Gbolabo Smith Oguntuase (Teacher(Ultra Imperial College))

Your passing leaves a deep silence, but your impact will never fade. As a supportive secondary school teacher, he did far more than teach lessons — he changed lives.

He saw potential in students when they could not see it themselves. He offered patience when learning felt difficult, encouragement when confidence was low, and belief when it mattered most. Many students carried his words with them long after leaving the classroom.

He created a space where students felt safe, supported, and capable. Because of him, people tried again, worked harder, and believed that their future was possible.

A great teacher’s legacy is not measured by years of teaching, but by the lives they shape. His kindness, dedication, and quiet support will continue to live on through every student he helped, every goal he inspired, and every person who now encourages others because of him.

He may be gone, but the lessons he gave, the confidence he built, and the lives he touched will remain.

Keep Resting in the bossom of your creator ✨️ uncle John. - Funmilola Adegbola (Former secondary school student)

Uncle John was a great man and kind ,caring , 

He was my mathematics teacher wen I was in secondary school back then in ultra imperial school at alagbado Lagos 

He taught me from jss2 to sss3 

When you wanted to leave our school than we were all crying and he promise us that he will wait till we finish our senior waec 🥹🥹🥹🥹

I was shocked to hear your passing 

May your soul rest in peace  - Oladejo Oluwayinka (I was a student to uncle John)

His Legacy Lives On

“I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth.” - Psalm 34:1