Some members of the Christian community in Kaduna have raised concerns over the death of a prominent cleric in the State, Reverend David Ayuba Azamman, who died following a ghastly motor accident after a church crusade in Benue State.

Azamman, the Assistant General Overseer of Kings Worship Chapel And Ministry, Kaduna, died near Idon, along Kachia- Kaduna Highway after a vehicle ran into his car and crashed in the bush.

In a statement, the General Overseer of the Church, Dr. Sam Magai Albert, said, “While returning to Kaduna via the Kachia-Kaduna Expressway, their vehicle approached the Idon axis in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State; at approximately 1:00 p.m. Avehicle coming from the opposite direction swerved suddenly to avoid a pothole and rammed into the side of the car where Rev. Azamman was seated.”

He said that “the impact forced their vehicle off the road and into the bush, where it collided with a tree.”

Albert further stated , “We are also aware of several circulating rumours and misrepresentations regarding the circumstances surrounding his transition,” pointing out that “it is, therefore, necessary to provide a factual and respectful account of what truly happened.”

He said, “Rev. Azamman had just concluded a powerful crusade in Makurdi. On Saturday, 24th May 2025 he set forth with his team to return home to Kaduna. He was not driving himself but was seated in the front passenger seat of the vehicle. Two other members of his ministry team were seated in the back.

He added, “The occupants were rushed to Idon Rural Hospital, where Dr. Uzomah Charles, the attending physician, later pronounced Rev. Azamman dead at 2:56 p.m. on the same day. According to the medical report, he sustained multiple fractures to his legs and other critical injuries”.

The clergy noted, “Even in the midst of excruciating pain, Rev. Azamman’s selflessness and pastoral spirit shone through. According to the surviving passengers, his foremost concern was not for himself, but for their wellbeing. Once he was assured they were safe, he broke into a soft rendition of the Hausa hymn, ‘Watarana, watarana…’ — a solemn, hope-filled declaration of readiness to meet his Maker”.

Albert continued: “As the medical team worked desperately to revive him, Rev. Azamman reportedly whispered, ‘Let me rest… I just want to rest,’ before slipping peacefully into eternal sleep. The other passengers have since been treated and discharged.
For me personally, I have lost more than a colleague. I have lost a younger brother, a dependable ally, a fearless preacher, and a relentless worker in the Lord’s vineyard. Rev. David Ayuba Azamman was one of the finest among us.

“He was full of fire, faith, compassion, and humility. He served with unwavering courage, dedication and contagious passion for souls. He was the best of the best. While our hearts are heavy, we take solace in the truth of Scripture: ‘Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints’ (Psalm 116:15), he stressed.”

He added, “We know without a shadow of doubt that Rev. Azamman now rests in the eternal embrace of Christ, whom he served so faithfully.”

The statement pointed out that “the burial arrangements will be announced tomorrow, Tuesday, and we covet your prayers for his wife, children, extended family, and our church during this period of deep sorrow.”