Rev Sam Magai Leads Final Rites As Rev Azzaman Gets Global Farewell

It was a moment of reflection, emotion, and deep reverence on Friday, as thousands gathered at King Worship Chapel and Ministry Inc., Sabon Tasha, Kaduna, to bid farewell to one of Nigeria’s boldest preachers, Rev. David Ayuba Azzaman.

The funeral, presided over by the General Overseer of King Worship Chapel, Rev. Dr. Sam Magai, was described as a “global event”,  a reflection of Azzaman’s cross-border influence and fearless ministry.

Speaking before the massive congregation, Rev. Magi declared: “This is not just a local burial. This is a global gathering. It’s not about how long a man lives, but how well. In the few years of Rev. Azzaman’s ministry, God used him mightily. His voice was heard across Africa and beyond. His life has left a permanent mark on the Kingdom of God.”

In an emotional but composed moment, Azzaman’s widow, Mrs. Agatha Ninali Ayuba, took the microphone to put an end to speculation surrounding her husband’s death.

 “Let it be known clearly: nobody killed my husband,” she stated with clarity and conviction.

“I have no regrets. He lived a fulfilled life. David is gone, but he left us with peace, hope, and courage. That is what I hold on to,  the legacy he built through love, sacrifice, and truth.”

Her words drew thunderous applause and brought many in the crowd to tears.

Ann Iya Ayuba, the daughter of the late clergyman, spoke powerfully about her father’s character:

“My father was a man of absolute integrity. He practiced what he preached. There was no deception in him. The same truth he declared on the pulpit, he lived at home. He was the same in private and in public.” She said.

Another defining moment came when dozens of converts, most of them former Fulani Muslims, stood to honour the man who led them to Christ.

Led by Evangelist Mohammed Mohammed from Niger Republic, they vowed to continue Azzaman’s work.

“Elijah is gone, but the Elishas remain,” Evangelist Mohammed said boldly.

“Rev. Azzaman gave us boldness. He gave us the Gospel. We will continue with the same fire. We are not afraid. His legacy will not die.” He added.

Their presence at the funeral stood as living testimony to the reach and power of Azzaman’s ministry, one that challenged religious and ethnic boundaries.

The Northern Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev. Joseph John Hayab, also paid glowing tributes.

 “Rev. Azzaman was a fearless soldier of Christ,” he said.

“He was not afraid to speak the truth,  whether to leaders, churches, or even governments. He was bold and courageous. You may not always have agreed with him, but you could not deny his sincerity or the clarity of his message.” He declared.

Also in attendance were Rev. Caleb Ma’ji, Chairman of Kaduna CAN; Chief Edward Passy Marsha, PDP State Chairman; former Labour Party governorship candidate, Jonathan Asake; members of the House of Representatives; and church leaders from across Nigeria, Ghana, Niger Republic, and Kenya.

Born on December 8, 1970, in Samaru-Zaria, Kaduna State, David Ayuba Azzaman had a humble beginning but a dynamic journey.

An alumnus of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, he started his career in education and later worked in the banking sector.

 However, a divine call drew him away from secular ambitions into full-time ministry.

He rose through the ranks at King Worship Chapel, serving as Assistant General Overseer, where he gained recognition for his direct preaching, grassroots mobilization, and bold declarations of truth.

His ministry often sparked controversy, especially for his hard-hitting sermons and social commentary, but many regarded him as a modern-day prophet.

The atmosphere at the funeral service was one of both triumph and sorrow. Worship songs blended with weeping. Testimonies were interrupted by silence, as the weight of Azzaman’s absence sank in.

As his remains were lowered into the earth, hands were lifted, voices raised in praise, and tears flowed freely, not only from his immediate family but from converts, elders, and fellow preachers.

For many, it was the end of a chapter, but also the beginning of a renewed commitment to the ideals Azzaman lived and died for.

Though Rev. David Ayuba Azzaman has gone, his voice still echoes,  through the converts he raised, the ministers he mentored, and the truths he thundered from the pulpit.

His fearless stand for righteousness, justice, and the Gospel will not be forgotten.

As Rev. Sam Magi declared during the final benediction: “His voice may be silent, but his legacy is alive. Let us not mourn without rising to the call. This is the time to stand. This is the time to carry the fire forward.”