New Year's Day Deaths of Three Pastors at a Celestial Church

The death of three prominent pastors, who passed away on January 1, 2025, has been confirmed by the Celestial Church of Christ, CCC.

Their deceased are Evangelist Oladotun Elusanmi, Shepherd Olumuyiwa Michael, and Assistant Venerable Superior Evangelist Johnson Olajuwon.

The Head of Media and Publicity for CCC worldwide, Superior Evangelist Kayode Ajala, revealed Olajuwon’s death on the church’s official website.

“The death has been announced of Assistant Venerable Superior Evangelist (Prophet) Johnson Olajuwon (JJ).

“He was, until his death, the prophet of the Celestial Church of Christ, Saint S.B.J. Oshoffa Cathedral, International Headquarters, Ketu.

“The suddenness of his passing has left many in shock, as he had read the second lesson at the cross-over service and was bubbling with life until his death early on the first day of the new year, 2025.”

Until their deaths, Elusanmi was the Shepherd at Orisun Ayo Parish, Ilupeju, while Michael was the Shepherd In-Charge of Christ Testimony Parish, Ikorodu.

Olajuwon served at the Celestial Church of Christ, Saint S.B.J. Oshoffa Cathedral, International Headquarters, Ketu, all in Lagos State.